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"Sano" is an adjective which is often translated as "healthy", and "saludable" is an adjective which is also often translated as "healthy". Learn more about the difference between "sano" and "saludable" below.
sano(
sah
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noh
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (healthful)
a. healthy
No me parece sano desayunar pizza sobrante todos los días.I don't think it's healthy to eat leftover pizza for breakfast every day.
Vivimos una vida muy sana.We live a very healthy life.
a. wholesome
Ella necesita un hombre sano que la trate bien.She needs a wholesome man who treats her well.
3. (undamaged)
a. intact
El ladrón no dejó ni un mueble sano.The robber didn't leave one piece of furniture intact.
saludable(
sah
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loo
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dah
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bleh
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (healthful)
a. healthy
Para haber estado enfermo, tiene un aspecto muy saludable.Considering he has been ill, he looks very healthy.
a. beneficial
Sería saludable que las partes pudieran llegar a un acuerdo.It would be beneficial if both parties could reach an agreement.
