bentō
The English phrase 'bento' is translated into Spanish as bentō.
In Spanish, bentō refers to a Japanese takeaway lunch that is served in a box.
Meaning: Japanese takeaway lunch served in a box (noun)
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in Peru, you might find 'bentō' served with local ingredients like quinoa or even spicy 'ají' sauce, blending Japanese and Latin American food cultures.
- While 'bentō' is a specific Japanese loanword, if you were to describe a generic lunch box in Spanish, you would likely use the word 'fiambrera'.
- In many Spanish-speaking dining contexts, the word 'lonchera' is used for a child's lunch box, whereas 'bentō' is strictly reserved for the more sophisticated Japanese style.
Examples in context
- Me encanta llevar mi lonchera japonesa al trabajo.I love bringing my Japanese lunchbox to work.
- En el restaurante de comida japonesa, ofrecen deliciosos bentos para el almuerzo.The Japanese food restaurant offers delicious bentos for lunch.
- Compré un bentō para el almuerzo.I bought a bentō for lunch.
- El bentō tiene mucha verdura.The bentō has a lot of vegetables.
- ¿Quieres compartir mi bentō?Do you want to share my bentō?
Example conversation
Daniel and Sofía are sitting in a park during lunch.
- DanielTengo un bentō muy rico hoy.I have a very delicious bentō today.
- Sofía¡Qué bien! ¿Puedo probar un poco?That's great! Can I try some?
- DanielClaro, Sofía, toma un poco de arroz.Of course, Sofía, take some rice.
- SofíaGracias, Daniel, está delicioso.Thanks, Daniel, it is delicious.
