carbohydrate
Translation
carbohydrate
Examples
Pasta is a food rich in carbohydrates.
Pasta is a food rich in carbohydrates.
Athletes need complex carbohydrates for energy.
Athletes need complex carbohydrates for energy.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a substance in food such as sugar and starch that provides the body with energy. Pasta is a food rich in carbohydrates.
Similar Words
Synonyms: carbs (informal), sugar, starch; Antonyms: none
Etymology
From 'carbo-' (relating to carbon) and 'hydrate' (a compound containing water). Literally 'carbon with water'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: CARBO (from carbon) + HYDRATE (related to water). Think of it as fuel for your body's 'car'.