completa

Completa is the feminine form of the Spanish adjective completo, meaning complete or finished. In ordinary Spanish, complete agrees in gender with the noun it modifies (for example, una comida completa or una lista completa). It can also appear in fixed expressions such as por completo, meaning entirely or completely.

Etymology and usage: The word comes from the Latin completus via the evolution of Spanish adjectives. Beyond its general adjectival use, completa appears in various regional expressions and names, reflecting how gender agreement shapes meaning in Spanish grammar. It is not a proper noun in itself, but can form part of place names or titles in some contexts.

In Chilean cuisine, completa refers to a type of hot dog sandwich. A typical completa is a hot dog dressed with components such as avocado (palta), chopped tomato, and mayonnaise. Regional variations exist, with some versions adding sauerkraut, onions, mustard, or other toppings. One well-known variant is the completo italiano, which emphasizes avocado and tomato with mayonnaise, while other regional styles may emphasize different combinations of toppings. The dish is a popular street-food item in Chile, often served from vendors and casual eateries.

See also: Complete (disambiguation), Spanish grammar, Chilean cuisine, hot dog variations.

Note: The article uses completar as a common vocabulary form; in Chilean usage, una completa is the feminine noun form referring to the sandwich, while in other contexts completa remains the feminine adjective.