bistec bien cocido
/bistek bjen koθido/from spelling rules
The English phrase "steak well done" is translated into Spanish as bistec bien cocido.
You use this phrase when ordering a steak that has been cooked thoroughly throughout.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase bien cocido literally means "well cooked".
Which one should you use?
You may also use filete bien cocido, as filete is a common synonym for bistec when referring to a steak. If you prefer your steak cooked medium instead of well done, use término medio.
Did you know?
- The word bistec is an anglicism, meaning it was created by adapting the English pronunciation of 'beefsteak' into Spanish spelling.
- In Spain, the word cocido is not just an adjective for 'cooked' but also the name of a famous, hearty chickpea stew that is a national staple.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, ordering a steak bien cocido is sometimes seen as a waste of high-quality meat, as it is believed to destroy the flavor.
Examples in context
- Me gustaría un filete bien hecho, por favor.I would like a well done steak, please.
- ¿Me puedes hacer un filete bien hecho?Can you make me a well done steak?
- Hazme el filete bien pasado, ¿vale?Cook my steak well done, alright?
- Quisiera el filete completamente cocido, sin rastros de sangre.I would like the steak fully cooked, with no traces of blood.
- ¿Cuál es su recomendación para un filete bien hecho?What is your recommendation for a well done steak?
- Quiero el bistec bien cocido, por favor.I want the steak well done, please.
- Él prefiere el bistec bien cocido.He prefers the steak well done.
- ¿Puede preparar el bistec bien cocido?Can you prepare the steak well done?
Example conversation
A waiter is taking an order at a restaurant.
- LucíaHola, ¿cómo desea su carne?Hello, how would you like your meat?
- DanielPara mí, el bistec bien cocido.For me, the steak well done.
- LucíaMuy bien, Daniel. ¿Algo más?Very well, Daniel. Anything else?
- DanielNo, eso es todo, gracias.No, that is all, thanks.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries bien, bistec, cocido, CC BY-SA 4.0.
