calcium

BrE /ˈkælsiəm/ AmE /ˈkælsiəm/

noun en → es

1 MINERAL B2

a chemical element that is found in rocks and bones, and is used by the body to make strong teeth and bones

calcio

  • calcium [SINGULAR]

Collocations calcium supplement · calcium intake

  • Calcium is essential for healthy bones.

    El calcio es esencial para huesos saludables.

2 DIETARY C1

the amount of calcium that a person eats or drinks in their food and drink

ingesta de calcio, consumo de calcio

  • calcium [SINGULAR]

Collocations high-calcium foods · adequate calcium intake

  • Adequate calcium intake is important for bone health.

    Una ingesta adecuada de calcio es importante para la salud ósea.