How to Say "chopped" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “chopped” is “picado” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Necesito un poco de ajo picado para la salsa.
I need some minced garlic for the sauce.
El camarero me trajo un café con hielo picado.
The waiter brought me a coffee with crushed ice.
La carne picada es perfecta para hacer hamburguesas.
Minced meat is perfect for making hamburgers.
Matching the Ending
Since this word is acting as a description, remember to change the ending to 'picada' if the thing you are describing is feminine, like 'carne' (meat).
Picado vs. Picante
Mistake: “La salsa está muy picada.”
Correction: La salsa está muy picante. Use 'picante' for spicy heat; 'picado' only means the food was physically cut into small bits.
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