mineral
BrE /ˈmɪnərəl/ AmE /ˈmɪnərəl/
noun en → es
a naturally occurring inorganic solid substance with a definite chemical composition and an ordered internal structure, such as salt or quartz.
mineral (química)
Collocations mineral deposit · mineral water
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The mine produces iron ore and other minerals.
La mina produce hierro y otros minerales.
one of the chemical elements that are essential for human health, such as iron or calcium.
mineral (nutrición)
Collocations vitamin and mineral supplement · trace minerals
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The diet should include a variety of vitamins and minerals.
La dieta debe incluir una variedad de vitaminas y minerales.
a substance that is mined or extracted from the ground, such as coal or oil.
mineral (industria)
Collocations mineral rights · mineral resources
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The company has mineral rights to the land.
La empresa tiene derechos mineros a la tierra.
a drink that contains minerals, especially one made by adding carbon dioxide and mineral salts to water.
agua mineral
Collocations mineral bottle · bottle of mineral
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She drank a bottle of mineral.
Ella bebió una botella de agua mineral.
a drink that is made from fruit juice and carbonated water, often with added sugar or flavorings.
refresco, bebida gaseosa
Collocations mineral bottle · bottle of mineral
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He ordered a lemon and lime mineral.
Él pidió un limón y lima refresco.