gonorrea
/ɡonoˈrea/feminine
The English phrase 'gonorrhea' is translated into Spanish as gonorrea.
Gonorrea is a formal term for gonorrhea in Spanish.
Meaning: STD (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
Chaucha is a colloquial term for gonorrhea in Argentina.
How does it change in a sentence?
gonorrea is feminine.
How do you pronounce it?
/ɡonoˈrea/
Did you know?
- In some Caribbean Spanish dialects, particularly in Puerto Rico, the word gonorrea has evolved into a common, highly vulgar exclamation used to express intense frustration or disgust, similar to how one might use 'damn' or 'shit' in English.
- In Colombia, the word gonorrea is often used as a versatile slang term to describe a person who is perceived as mean, disgusting or low-life, regardless of their health status.
- In Colombian slang, the phrase está muy gonorrea can be used to describe a situation that is extremely difficult, unfair or chaotic.
Examples in context
- Ella tiene gonorrea.She has gonorrhea.This sentence is useful for showing how to state that someone has gonorrea.Tatoeba #1551475 by Shishir, translation #1549532 by charlotte13
- La gonorrea es una enfermedad de transmisión sexualGonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease
- La gonorrea se puede tratar con antibióticosGonorrhea can be treated with antibiotics
- La gonorrea es una enfermedad de transmisión sexual.Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease.
- El médico confirmó que tiene gonorrea.The doctor confirmed that he has gonorrhea.
Example conversation
María and Alejandro are discussing health concerns at home.
- María¿Es la gonorrea algo muy grave?Is gonorrhea something very serious?
- AlejandroSí, es importante tratar la gonorrea pronto.Yes, it is important to treat gonorrhea soon.
- MaríaEntiendo, gracias por la información, Alejandro.I understand, thanks for the information, Alejandro.
- AlejandroDe nada, María, cuídate mucho.You're welcome, María, take good care of yourself.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “gonorrhea” translations and entries gonorrea, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.