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"Diet" in Spanish: dieta
la dieta
Diet is la dieta. It is feminine. Say estoy a dieta for I'm on a diet. Dieta also means the usual way you eat, not only weight loss.
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How to pronounce dieta
Say it
DYEH-tah
/ˈdje.ta/
DYEH-tah. Stress DYEH.
"Diet" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la dieta | diet Default noun. | Default noun. |
| estar a dieta | to be on a diet Weight-loss talk. | Weight-loss talk. |
| dieta equilibrada | balanced diet Healthy eating. | Healthy eating. |
| seguir una dieta | to follow a diet Doctor plans. | Doctor plans. |
How to use dieta in real life
- 1Doctor visit
Siga una dieta baja en sal.
Follow a low-salt diet.
Plan with dieta.
- 2Friend chat
Estoy a dieta este mes.
I'm on a diet this month.
Estar a dieta.
- 3Menu choice
Mi dieta incluye más verduras.
My diet includes more vegetables.
Habit with dieta.
Mistakes English speakers make with dieta
Incorrect: El dieta es estricta.
Correct: La dieta es estricta.
Dieta is feminine: la dieta.
Incorrect: I am on a diet (in Spanish).
Correct: Estoy a dieta.
Use dieta with estar a.
Good to know
Good to knowEstoy a dieta is common for cutting calories. Doctors also say dieta for any food plan, not only weight loss.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Choosing lunch
ChatPal
¿Sigues tu dieta hoy?
Are you following your diet today?
You
Sí. La dieta pide ensalada.
Yes. The diet calls for salad.
ChatPal
Pedimos dos ensaladas entonces.
We'll order two salads then.
You
Perfecto. Gracias.
Perfect. Thanks.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Diet" in Spanish
Is dieta masculine or feminine?
Feminine: la dieta.
How do you say I'm on a diet?
Estoy a dieta.
Does dieta only mean weight loss?
No—dieta can mean any eating plan.
How do you pronounce dieta?
DYEH-tah.
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