Description

Trisaccharides are carbohydrates composed of three monosaccharide units linked together by glycosidic bonds. They are found in various foods and can play a role in nutrition and metabolism.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term 'trisacárido' may be used in discussions about dietary fibers or carbohydrate metabolism. Common variants may include 'oligosacárido', which refers to a broader category of carbohydrates. It is crucial to maintain the formal register and avoid colloquial terms.

Example Sentences

EN: Trisaccharides can be found in foods such as beans and lentils.

ES: Los trisacáridos se pueden encontrar en alimentos como los frijoles y las lentejas.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'trisacárido' with 'oligosacárido'; mispronouncing 'trisacárido' leading to misunderstanding; mixing up with terms related to simple sugars.