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How to Say "pulp" in Spanish

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carne

/KAR-neh//ˈkaɾne/

nounB2general
Use 'carne' when referring to the soft, fleshy, edible part of a fruit or vegetable.
A ripe avocado sliced in half, clearly showing the creamy green inner flesh contrasted with the dark outer peel and the central pit.

Examples

La carne de este aguacate está perfectamente madura.

The flesh of this avocado is perfectly ripe.

Separa la carne de la sandía de la cáscara y las semillas.

Separate the flesh of the watermelon from the rind and the seeds.

pasta

PAHS-tah/ˈpas.ta/

nounA2general
Use 'pasta' when referring to a processed material, such as that used for making paper or as a dental filling.
A small clear jar filled with thick white paste, with a wooden stirring stick resting inside the jar.

Examples

La receta dice que hay que amasar la pasta por diez minutos.

The recipe says that you have to knead the dough for ten minutes.

Usa esta pasta de dientes para cepillarte.

Use this toothpaste to brush your teeth.

Context is Key

When talking about baking, 'pasta' is often interchangeable with 'masa' (dough), but 'pasta' is more common for thick, non-food pastes like glue or toothpaste.

Confusing edible pulp with material pulp

Learners often confuse 'carne' and 'pasta' because 'pulp' in English can refer to both edible flesh and processed material. Remember that 'carne' specifically refers to the edible part of fruits and vegetables, while 'pasta' is for non-edible processed substances.

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