noun🔗ShareProteínaAny of numerous large, complex naturally-produced molecules composed of one or more long chains of amino acids, in which the amino acid groups are held together by peptide bonds."My mother added extra protein to her lunch to help her build muscle. "Mi madre añadió proteína extra a su almuerzo para ayudarla a desarrollar músculo.biologybiochemistrychemistryphysiologyfoodsubstancebodyorganismessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareProteína(nutrition) One of three major classes of food or source of food energy (4 kcal/gram) abundant in animal-derived foods (i.e. meat) and some vegetables, such as legumes."My sister eats a lot of protein-rich foods like beans and lentils to help her grow strong. "Mi hermana come muchos alimentos ricos en proteínas, como frijoles y lentejas, para ayudarla a crecer fuerte.foodbiochemistrybiologyscienceessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAlimento rico en proteínas(nutrition) A food rich in protein, often a meat or meat substitute."My dad bought a large container of protein for breakfast to help him build muscle. "Mi padre compró un gran recipiente de alimento rico en proteínas para el desayuno para ayudarle a desarrollar músculo.foodbodybiochemistryscienceessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading