calcium
BrE /ˈkælsiəm/ AmE /ˈkælsiəm/
noun en → es
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
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Calcium is essential for healthy bones.
El calcio es esencial para huesos saludables.
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
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Adequate calcium intake is important for bone health.
Una ingesta adecuada de calcio es importante para la salud ósea.