How to Say "combination plate" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “combination plate” is “combinado” — B1 level.
English → SpanishB1
nounB1
a full meal served on one plate
Examples
¿Quieres una cerveza o un combinado?
Do you want a beer or a mixed drink?
Pedí un plato combinado de filete, huevos y patatas.
I ordered a combination plate of steak, eggs, and fries.
En esta fiesta solo sirven combinados.
They only serve mixed drinks at this party.
Always Masculine as a Noun
When you are talking about a drink or a plate of food, 'combinado' is a noun and is always masculine (un combinado), regardless of the gender of the ingredients.
Mistaking it for a Fancy Cocktail
Mistake: “Using 'combinado' for a complex martini.”
Correction: In Spain, a 'combinado' usually refers to a simple mix of one spirit and one soda (like a Gin and Tonic). Use 'cóctel' for more complex recipes.
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