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How to Say "I'm allergic to dairy" in Spanish
Learn how to say 'I'm allergic to dairy' in Spanish to avoid accidental consumption of milk products.
Soy alérgico/a a los lácteos.
soy a-LEHR-hee-koh/kah ah lohs LAHK-teh-ohsneutral
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Use this phrase when ordering food at a restaurant, asking about ingredients in a dish, or informing someone about your dietary restrictions.
Alternatives
- Tengo alergia a los lácteos.Slightly more formal, emphasizing the condition itself.
- No puedo comer lácteos.More direct, meaning 'I cannot eat dairy'.
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing 'alérgico' with 'alergia'
'Alérgico' is an adjective describing you; 'alergia' is the noun for the condition.
Pronouncing 'lácteos' incorrectly
The stress is on the first syllable, 'LAHK', not the second.
A small cultural note
Dairy is a common ingredient in many cuisines, so it's important to be clear about your allergy.
Frequently asked
How to say I am allergic to milk in Spanish?
You can say 'Soy alérgico/a a la leche.' This is more specific than 'lácteos' which refers to dairy in general.
What if I am allergic to cheese?
You can say 'Soy alérgico/a al queso.' This specifically addresses a cheese allergy.
How to ask if a dish contains dairy?
You can ask '¿Este plato contiene lácteos?' or '¿Tiene lácteos este plato?'
