magro

lean

adjective MAH-groh Rare

Origin: From Latin macer (lean, thin), via Vulgar Latin magrus.

Also means

meagre

Usage Note

Magro in culinary language describes meat with little or no fat — carne magra is lean meat, and magro de cerdo is a specific cut of lean pork used in Spanish cooking. In a broader sense it means 'meagre' or 'scanty': unos resultados magros (poor/meagre results). The feminine is magra. Do not confuse with amargo (bitter), which is completely unrelated despite the similar sound.

Examples

"Prefiero la carne magra para cuidar la dieta."

Natural Translation

I prefer lean meat to watch my diet.

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