sándwich
“sándwich” means “sandwich” in Spanish (food item).
sandwich
Also: sub, hoagie
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¿Quieres un sándwich de jamón y queso para el almuerzo?
A1Do you want a ham and cheese sandwich for lunch?
Pedimos tres sándwiches diferentes para compartir.
A2We ordered three different sandwiches to share.
Este sándwich club tiene pollo, tocino y tomate.
B1This club sandwich has chicken, bacon, and tomato.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: sándwich
Question 1 of 2
If you are in Spain and want a large sandwich made on a baguette, which word is most commonly used instead of 'sándwich'?
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📚 Etymology▼
This word comes directly from English, where 'sandwich' was named after John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich, back in the 18th century. The Spanish spelling was adapted to include the accent mark over the 'a' to ensure the stress falls correctly on the first syllable.
First recorded: Mid-20th century (in widespread Spanish use)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'sándwich' the only word for a sandwich in Spanish?
No. While 'sándwich' is understood everywhere, many regions use specific words. For example, 'bocadillo' (Spain) or 'torta' (Mexico) are often used for larger or different types of bread.
Why does 'sándwich' have an accent mark?
The accent mark is necessary to show that the stress falls on the first syllable (SAHN-). Without it, Spanish rules would require the stress to fall on the last syllable, which would sound incorrect.