Translation of Spanish word "sal" to English
sal
/sal/
Meaning
NounA common substance, chemically consisting mainly of sodium chloride (NaCl), used extensively as a food ingredient, seasoning, condiment, and preservative.
How to use
Sal ('salt') is feminine: la sal (plural: las sales). Sal común — Table salt.
🇬🇧 English
salt
Example
Por favor, pásame la sal.
Please pass me the salt.
La comida necesita más sal.
The food needs more salt.
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Common phrases
- sal de mesa— table salt
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What does the Spanish word "sal" mean?▼
The Spanish word "sal" means "salt" in English.
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