comida de traje
/komida de tɾaxe/from spelling rules
The English phrase potluck is translated into Spanish as comida de traje.
The phrase comida de traje is used to describe a social gathering where every guest contributes a dish to the meal.
Meaning: meal consisting of whatever food is available (noun)
Which one should you use?
The term cena compartida is an informal option used when the potluck refers specifically to a dinner.
Did you know?
- The word traje in the phrase is actually a form of the verb 'traer' (to bring), rather than the noun for a 'suit'. It functions as a shortened way of saying comida (donde cada uno) trajo algo.
- While comida de traje is common in some regions, speakers in other Spanish-speaking countries may use comida a la canasta, which literally means 'basket meal'.
- While English speakers use 'potluck' to imply the element of chance or 'luck', Spanish speakers focus the phrase on the physical movement of the guests bringing their contributions.
Examples in context
- Vamos a organizar una comida compartida el próximo viernes. ¡Todos traigan algo delicioso!We are going to organize a potluck next Friday. Everyone, bring something delicious!
- La empresa quiere celebrar el Día de Acción de Gracias con una cena colectiva. Por favor, apúntense para traer algún plato.The company wants to celebrate Thanksgiving with a potluck. Please sign up to bring a dish.
- Mañana tendremos una comida de traje en la oficina.Tomorrow we will have a potluck at the office.
- ¿Qué vas a traer para la comida de traje?What are you going to bring for the potluck?
- La comida de traje de ayer estuvo muy rica.Yesterday's potluck was very delicious.
Example conversation
Alejandro and Sofía are talking about a social gathering at work.
- AlejandroSofía, ¿vendrás a la comida de traje del viernes?Sofía, will you come to Friday's potluck?
- SofíaSí, Alejandro, me encantaría ir.Yes, Alejandro, I would love to go.
- AlejandroPerfecto, yo traeré las bebidas.Perfect, I will bring the drinks.
- SofíaMuy bien, yo prepararé una ensalada.Very well, I will prepare a salad.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
