comestibles
/komesˈtibles/
The English phrase 'edibles' is translated into Spanish as comestibles.
What does it mean word for word?
The word is formed from the verb comer (to eat) and the suffix -ible (able to be), literally meaning 'edible things'.
How does it change in a sentence?
While comestibles is the common plural noun for 'edibles', the singular form comestible can be used as an adjective to describe a single edible item.
How do you pronounce it?
/komesˈtibles/
Did you know?
- In the context of cannabis, many Spanish speakers avoid comestibles and instead use the English word 'edibles' or the phrase comida con THC.
- The root verb comer is so central to Spanish culture that the phrase comer can mean both 'to eat' and 'to have lunch'.
- While comestibles describes anything edible, Spanish speakers often use the slang word chuches to specifically refer to sweet edibles or candies.
Example conversation
Mateo and María are talking about their plans for a party.
- MateoVoy a traer algunos comestibles.I'm going to bring some edibles.
- MaríaTen cuidado con la dosis, Mateo.Be careful with the dose, Mateo.
- MateoSí, compraré comestibles suaves.Yes, I'll buy mild edibles.
- MaríaPerfecto, María estará feliz.Perfect, María will be happy.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry comestibles, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
