The Meaning of a granel

Keyword: A granel

Definition:

“A granel” is a Spanish expression that translates to “in bulk” in English. It refers to goods that are sold without packaging or in larger quantities, allowing for consumers to purchase the amount they desire rather than pre-packaged units. This term is often associated with items such as grains, nuts, spices, or other products available at markets.

Usage:

• Example in a sentence:
  • Spanish: “Compré arroz a granel para hacer paella.”
  • English: “I bought rice in bulk to make paella.”

Etymology:

The term “granel” comes from the Old Spanish word “granel,” which itself is derived from the Latin “grana,” meaning “grain” or “seed.” The association with bulk purchasing likely stems from the way grains and other foodstuffs were historically traded and sold by weight rather than by pre-packaged units.

Pronunciation:

• Spanish: [a ˈɡɾanel]
• English: [in bʌlk]

Synonyms:

• Spanish: al por mayor, a peso, a kilos/comercio (to sell by weight)
• English: in bulk, wholesale

Antonyms:

• Spanish: envasado (packaged), porciones (portioned)
• English: packaged, individual servings

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1. Compré arroz a granel en la tienda de alimentos.
   I bought rice in bulk at the grocery store.

2. Prefiero comprar frutas y verduras a granel para reducir el uso de empaques.
   I prefer to buy fruits and vegetables in bulk to reduce packaging waste.

3. El café a granel tiene un mejor sabor que el envasado.
   Bulk coffee tastes better than packaged coffee.

4. En el mercado, venden especias a granel a precios más bajos.
   At the market, they sell spices in bulk at lower prices.

5. Traje mi propia bolsa para comprar frutos secos a granel.
   I brought my own bag to buy nuts in bulk.

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