doctor
/ˈdok.tor/
The Romanian word for 'doctor' is doctor.
The word doctor refers to a person qualified to treat sick people, but it is also used to describe someone who holds an academic PhD, just as in English.
Which one should you use?
While doctor is used in everyday speech, the term medic is more formal and precise when referring specifically to a medical practitioner in professional or clinical contexts. Additionally, doctor can refer to an academic doctor (PhD holder), whereas medic specifically denotes a medical doctor.
How does it change in a sentence?
To indicate the definite article 'the doctor', add the suffix -ul to the end of the word to form doctorul. The plural form for 'doctors' is doctori.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /ˈdok.tor/. It has 2 syllables, and the stress is on the 1st syllable.
Did you know?
- In Romania, patients often address their physicians as domnule doctor or doamnă doctor as a mark of respect, regardless of the doctor's age.
- The word doctor shares its root with the Latin verb docere, which means 'to teach'.
- In Romanian folklore and old rural traditions, the role of the doctor was often historically filled by a vrac, a traditional herbalist or healer.
Examples in context
- Vreau să fiu doctor.I want to be a doctor.This sentence uses doctor to express a desire for a profession.Tatoeba #5124352 by AlbertaJ, translation #321715 by CK
- Du-te și vezi un doctor.Go and see the doctor.This sentence uses doctor as a person to visit for medical advice.Tatoeba #6602977 by CataG, translation #28047 by CK
- Sora lui a devenit doctor.His sister became a doctor.This sentence uses doctor to describe someone's career achievement.Tatoeba #6828906 by CataG, translation #286446 by CK
- Am o întâlnire cu doctorul meu mâine dimineață.I have an appointment with my doctor tomorrow morning.
- Vreau să merg la un medic specializat în chirurgie.I want to see a doctor specialized in surgery.
- Ai contactat deja doctorul pentru programarea următoarei ședințe?Have you already contacted the doctor to schedule the next appointment?
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Example conversation
Maria and Andrei are talking about Maria's health.
- MariaMă simt foarte rău astăzi.I feel very bad today.
- AndreiAr trebui să suni un doctor.You should call a doctor.
- MariaAi dreptate, voi programa o vizită.You're right, I will schedule a visit.
- AndreiSper ca doctorul să te ajute.I hope the doctor helps you.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry doctor, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
