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low-calorie

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/loʊˈkæləri/ · low-cal-o-rie

Containing a low amount of calories, often used in reference to food and diets.

Meanings

adjectiveformal

Containing a low amount of calories, often used in reference to food and diets.

کم کیلوری والی، اکثر کھانے اور غذاؤں کے حوالے سے استعمال ہونے والا

کم کیلوری

kam kalorī

Synonyms

calorie-reduceddiethealthyکم کیلوریغذائیصحت مند

Antonyms

high-caloriefull-fatrichزیادہ کیلوریمکمل چربیامیر

Common Collocations

  • low-calorie meal
  • low-calorie snacks
  • low-calorie diet

Example Sentences

This low-calorie meal is perfect for those looking to lose weight.

یہ کم کیلوری کا کھانا ان لوگوں کے لیے بہترین ہے جو وزن کم کرنا چاہتے ہیں.

Yeh kam kalorī ka khanā un logon ke liye behtareen hai jo wazan kam karna chāhte hain.

She prefers low-calorie snacks when watching her diet.

وہ اپنی خوراک کی نگرانی کرتے وقت کم کیلوری کے ناشتوں کو ترجیح دیتی ہے.

Woh apni khorak ki nigrani karte waqt kam kalorī ke nashtōn ko tarjeeh deti hai.

Choosing low-calorie options can lead to better health.

کم کیلوری کے اختیارات کا انتخاب صحت کے لیے بہتر ہو سکتا ہے.

Kam kalorī ke ikhtiyārāt ka intekhab sehat ke liye behtar ho sakta hai.

Easily Confused With

low-fat:Low-fat refers to a reduced amount of fat, while low-calorie refers to a reduced amount of total calories.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of low-calorie foods as lighter options on your plate.

Imagine a colorful salad with fresh vegetables, symbolizing a low-calorie meal.

📖 Etymology

Origin: English "low + calorie" — referring to a reduced amount of calories

First known use: 1970s

The term emerged with the heightened awareness of nutrition and health-conscious eating habits in the late 20th century.