How to Say “Toast” in Spanish

Ways to say it

The term refers to toasted bread. If you are looking for the verb meaning to brown something over a fire, you can use tostar, torrar or turrar. If you mean the act of making a celebratory speech or raising a glass, use brindar or hacer un brindis.

Which one should you use?

While tostada is commonly used for a single piece of toast, pan tostado is a more precise and descriptive way to refer to the substance of toasted bread in general.

Is it said differently in some regions?

In many Latin American countries, especially Mexico, tostada often refers to a crispy, fried corn tortilla topped with ingredients rather than a slice of toasted sliced bread.

Related words

To engage in a salutation (verb): brindar por, brindar, hacer un brindis.

To lightly cook by browning over fire (verb): tostar, torrar, turrar.

How does it change in a sentence?

The plural form tostadas is used when referring to multiple pieces of toast or multiple crispy tortillas.

How do you pronounce it?

/tosˈtada/

What mistakes should you avoid?

English speakers often mistakenly use the word tostada to mean a celebratory speech or the act of raising a glass. Instead, use the word brindis to refer to a celebratory toast.