معنی
To prepare a meal or dish.
زمینه فرهنگی
In Spain, 'hacer la comida' almost always refers to lunch. It is the most important meal, often involving multiple courses and a long social time afterwards called 'sobremesa'. In Mexico, 'la comida' is also the main meal, but 'el almuerzo' can sometimes refer to a heavy late breakfast. 'Hacer la comida' is a common way to describe preparing the 2-3 PM meal. While 'hacer la comida' is understood, Argentines are very specific about 'hacer un asado' (barbecue) on weekends, which is their ultimate version of 'making a meal'. In Colombia, the 'corrientazo' is a common type of 'comida' (lunch). 'Hacer la comida' at home usually involves rice, beans, and a protein.
Use 'la'
Always include the article 'la'. Saying 'hacer comida' sounds like you're a robot or a factory worker.
Timing is everything
In Spain, if you say this at 2 PM, everyone knows you mean lunch. Context is key!
معنی
To prepare a meal or dish.
Use 'la'
Always include the article 'la'. Saying 'hacer comida' sounds like you're a robot or a factory worker.
Timing is everything
In Spain, if you say this at 2 PM, everyone knows you mean lunch. Context is key!
Irregular verb alert
Remember 'hago' for 'I make'. It's one of the most common mistakes for beginners.
Social invitations
Use '¿Quieres venir a hacer la comida?' as a very friendly, low-pressure way to invite someone over.
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'hacer' in the present tense.
Yo siempre _______ la comida a las dos de la tarde.
The first-person singular (yo) of 'hacer' is 'hago'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I am cooking the meal'?
Select the correct option:
The phrase requires the definite article 'la' and the verb 'hacer' to sound natural.
Match the phrase to the correct time of day in Spain.
Hacer la comida
In Spain, 'la comida' specifically refers to lunch, which is eaten around 2:00 PM.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ¿Qué vas a hacer ahora? B: ________ la comida, tengo mucha hambre.
'Voy a hacer' expresses a near future intention, which fits the context of 'ahora'.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Meals of the Day
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاYo siempre _______ la comida a las dos de la tarde.
The first-person singular (yo) of 'hacer' is 'hago'.
Select the correct option:
The phrase requires the definite article 'la' and the verb 'hacer' to sound natural.
Hacer la comida
In Spain, 'la comida' specifically refers to lunch, which is eaten around 2:00 PM.
A: ¿Qué vas a hacer ahora? B: ________ la comida, tengo mucha hambre.
'Voy a hacer' expresses a near future intention, which fits the context of 'ahora'.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالMostly, yes. However, 'hacer la comida' is more common for the daily routine of preparing a meal, while 'cocinar' is the general verb for the act of cooking.
Technically yes, but it's much more natural to say 'hacer el desayuno'.
In Spanish, we use the definite article for things that are part of a known routine or specific to the context. 'The' meal is the one we all expect to eat.
Yes, it is universally understood, though some regions might prefer 'preparar el almuerzo'.
You say 'Estoy haciendo la comida'.
It is irregular: hice (I made), hiciste (you made), hizo (he/she made).
Yes, if you are referring to 'a' specific meal or event, like 'Vamos a hacer una comida para celebrar'.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
It's a very common informal variation that means 'to make something to eat'.
In Spain, yes. In Latin America, it can mean lunch or just 'food' in general.
عبارات مرتبط
Hacer el desayuno
similarTo make breakfast
Hacer la cena
similarTo make dinner
Hacer de comer
synonymTo make something to eat
Cocinar
synonymTo cook
Preparar la mesa
builds onTo set the table
