úlcera gástrica
/ulθeɾa ɡastɾika/from spelling rules
The English phrase gastric ulcer is translated into Spanish as úlcera gástrica.
This term is used to refer to a specific type of ulcer.
Meaning: type of ulcer (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
To make the phrase plural, both the noun and the adjective must take the plural suffix -s, resulting in úlceras gástricas.
How do you pronounce it?
/ulθeɾa ɡastɾika/
Did you know?
- While 'gastric' is the formal term, a common way to describe the sensation of an ulcer in Spanish is sentir un ardor, which translates to 'feeling a burning'.
- In Spain, a person suffering from a úlcera gástrica might be told to avoid picante, a broad category that includes not just chili but any pungent or irritating food.
- The word úlcera comes from the Latin ulcera, which was the plural form of ulcus, meaning 'sore' or 'wound'.
Examples in context
- Doctor, tengo una úlcera gástrica y necesito tratamiento adecuadoDoctor, I have a gastric ulcer and I need appropriate treatment
- ¿Alguna vez has tenido ardor estomacal? Creo que tengo una úlcera de estómagoHave you ever had heartburn? I think I have a gastric ulcer
- El médico confirmó que tengo una úlcera gástrica.The doctor confirmed that I have a gastric ulcer.
- Esa úlcera gástrica puede ser muy dolorosa.That gastric ulcer can be very painful.
- Necesito medicación para mi úlcera gástrica.I need medication for my gastric ulcer.
Example conversation
María tells Daniel why she is not eating spicy food.
- MaríaNo puedo comer picante ahora.I can't eat spicy food right now.
- Daniel¿Por qué, María?Why, María?
- MaríaTengo una úlcera gástrica.I have a gastric ulcer.
- DanielLo siento mucho, Daniel dice que descanses.I'm so sorry, Daniel says you should rest.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries úlcera, CC BY-SA 4.0.
