why do they say carne with an accent instead of carnet

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why do they say carne with an accent instead of carnet

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SilviaKwiziq Native Spanish TeacherCorrect answer

Hola Phoebe

Both the French-origin form "carnet" and the Spanish-hybridized form "carné" are equally valid in Spanish.

¡Buen finde!

Silvia

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SilviaKwiziq Native Spanish TeacherCorrect answer

Hola Jesus G.

Yes, "carne" means 'meat' in Spanish, specifically referring to animal flesh used as food. For example, "carne de res" refers to beef, and "carne de cerdo" refers to pork. However, "carne" can also mean 'flesh' in more general contexts (e.g., human or animal tissue).