Sin gluten
/sin ɡluten/from spelling rules
The phrase 'no gluten' is translated into Spanish as Sin gluten.
Sin gluten is the standard way to describe food that does not contain the protein gluten, such as when labeling food products or identifying items on a menu.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the preposition sin (without) and the noun gluten (gluten).
How do you pronounce it?
/sin ɡluten/
What mistakes should you avoid?
English speakers often mistakenly try to use No gluten as an adjective. However, in Spanish, you must use the prepositional phrase sin gluten to mean 'gluten-free'.
When do people say it?
In Mexico, if you wish to express that you cannot tolerate gluten, you can use the phrase No tolero el gluten.
Did you know?
- In Spain, the official certification for gluten-free products is managed by a dedicated association called FACE, which ensures strict cross-contamination standards.
- The word gluten is a direct borrow from Latin, where it literally means 'glue'.
- If you are highly sensitive, you might use the phrase Soy celíaco to say 'I am celiac', which is often more efficient than explaining your dietary restrictions.
Examples in context
- Disculpe, pero no puedo comer alimentos con glutenExcuse me, but I can't eat gluten-containing foods
- ¿Podría recomendarme platos sin gluten?Could you recommend gluten-free dishes?
- ¿Este producto contiene gluten?Does this product contain gluten?
- ¿Tiene opciones sin gluten?Do you have gluten-free options?
- Hola, quería comentarte que no puedo comer gluten. ¿Podemos elegir un lugar que ofrezca opciones sin gluten?Hi, I wanted to let you know I can't eat gluten. Could we choose a place that offers gluten-free options?
- Este pan es sin gluten.This bread is gluten-free.
- Busco una galleta sin gluten.I am looking for a gluten-free cookie.
- Tengo una opción sin gluten.I have a gluten-free option.
Example conversation
At a bakery, Elena is asking for options.
- Elena¿Tiene algún postre sin gluten?Do you have any gluten-free dessert?
- AlejandroSí, tenemos un pastel sin gluten.Yes, we have a gluten-free cake.
- ElenaPerfecto, quiero ese pastel.Perfect, I want that cake.
- AlejandroMuy bien, Elena. Lo preparo ahora.Very well, Elena. I will prepare it now.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries gluten, sin, CC BY-SA 4.0.
