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"Lettuce" in Spanish: lechuga
la lechuga
Lettuce is la lechuga (leh-CHOO-gah), a feminine noun. Salads start with lechuga fresca. Tacos and burgers may ask for con lechuga o sin lechuga.
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How to pronounce lechuga
Say it
leh-CHOO-gah
/leˈtʃu.ɣa/
Three syllables: leh-CHOO-gah. Stress CHOO. Ch in lechuga like church.
"Lettuce" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la lechuga | lettuce Default word. | Default word. |
| la lechuga fresca | fresh lettuce Salads and toppings. | Salads and toppings. |
| con lechuga | with lettuce Customizing a taco or sandwich. | Customizing a taco or sandwich. |
| la ensalada de lechuga | lettuce salad A simple side salad. | A simple side salad. |
How to use lechuga in real life
- 1Ordering a taco
Sin lechuga, por favor.
Without lettuce, please.
Sin lechuga is a clear customization.
- 2Making a salad
Lavo la lechuga antes de cortarla.
I wash the lettuce before cutting it.
La lechuga needs a rinse before the knife.
- 3At the store
¿Tienen lechuga romana?
Do you have romaine lettuce?
Add the type after lechuga: romana, orejona, iceberg.
Mistakes English speakers make with lechuga
Incorrect: El lechuga está fresca.
Correct: La lechuga está fresca.
Lechuga is feminine. Use la and fresca.
Incorrect: Quiero lettuce en el taco.
Correct: Quiero lechuga en el taco.
Say lechuga, not English lettuce.
Good to know
Good to knowMany Mexican street tacos skip lechuga; US-style versions add it. Home salads still start with lechuga and tomato. Spain uses lechuga too.
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Customizing a torta
ChatPal
¿La torta lleva lechuga?
Does the torta come with lettuce?
You
Sí, con lechuga y jitomate.
Yes, with lettuce and tomato.
ChatPal
¿Con aguacate también?
With avocado too?
You
Sí, por favor.
Yes, please.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Lettuce" in Spanish
Is lechuga masculine or feminine?
Feminine: la lechuga, esta lechuga fresca. Use la, not el.
How do I say romaine lettuce?
Lechuga romana.
How do I ask for no lettuce?
Sin lechuga, por favor.
Is ensalada the same as lechuga?
No. Ensalada is a salad. Lechuga is the leaf itself.
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