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How do you say "chew" in Spanish?
masticar
In Spanish, "chew" is masticar.
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Pronunciation
Say mahs-tee-KAR, stress on the last syllable, with a hard k sound before the final ar.
Grammar notes
masticar is a verb used the same way as its English equivalent.
Example sentence
Mastica la comida despacio.
Chew your food slowly.
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How to remember masticar
Masticar has a slow, grinding rhythm to it, matching the slow work of chewing.
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Questions about masticar
How do you pronounce masticar?
Say mahs-tee-KAR, stress on the last syllable, with a hard k sound before the final ar.
Is masticar formal or casual?
masticar is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.
How is masticar used in Spanish?
masticar is used the same way as the equivalent English verb. For example: Mastica la comida despacio. (Chew your food slowly.).
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