partes de la espalda
/paɾtes de la espalda/from spelling rules
The English phrase "back body parts" is translated into Spanish as partes de la espalda.
Partes de la espalda is used to refer to the various parts of the human body located on the back.
What does it mean word for word?
The word espalda refers specifically to the back of the human body.
Which one should you use?
Depending on the context and what part of the back you mean, other terms may be more appropriate. Espina dorsal specifically refers to the spine or spinal column, while dorso is used to refer to the upper part of the back. Lomo can also be used to refer to a person's back.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, dorso is used formally and specifically to refer to the upper part of the back.
How does it change in a sentence?
When referring to one's own body parts in Spanish, use a definite article such as la instead of a possessive adjective.
How do you pronounce it?
/paɾtes de la espalda/
Did you know?
- The word espalda has a surprising connection to weaponry, as it is etymologically related to the word espada, meaning 'sword'.
- The word lomo is also the standard term for a book's spine or the loin of a piece of meat.
- While espalda is used for humans, the word lomo is primarily used for the back of an animal.
Examples in context
- El médico me dijo que tengo un problema en la espina dorsalThe doctor told me I have a problem in my spine
- El tigre tiene un lomo fuerteThe tiger has a strong back
- ¡Me duele el lomo después de cargar todos esos libros!My back hurts after carrying all those books!
- Me duelen varias partes de la espalda.Several parts of my back hurt.
Example conversation
Javier and Sofía are in a yoga class.
- JavierSofía, ¿estiras bien las partes de la espalda?Sofía, are you stretching the back body parts well?
- SofíaSí, Javier, me siento mucho más flexible.Yes, Javier, I feel much more flexible.
- JavierEs importante cuidar esas partes de la espalda.It is important to take care of those back body parts.
- SofíaTienes razón, evita muchas lesiones.You are right, it prevents many injuries.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, espalda, la, CC BY-SA 4.0.
