linfatico
/linˈfa.ti.ko/
The English word "lymphatic" is translated into Italian as linfatico.
linfatico is an adjective pertaining to lymph or the lymphatic system.
Meaning: pertaining to lymph or lymphatic system (adj)
How does it change in a sentence?
Use linfatica for the feminine singular, linfatici for the masculine plural and linfatiche for the feminine plural.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has four syllables, with the stress on the second syllable: /linˈfa.ti.ko/.
Did you know?
- The term linfa originally referred to any clear liquid, including water, and was associated with the Roman spirits of fountains and springs called lymphades.
- In Italian, the word linfatico is often used colloquially to describe a person who is overly sentimental, dreamy or lacking in energy.
- Italian uses linfa to describe the sap of a plant, whereas English distinguishes between 'lymph' in animals and 'sap' in plants.
Examples in context
- L'accumulo di linfa può indicare un blocco linfatico.The accumulation of lymph can indicate a lymphatic blockage.
- È necessario sottoporsi a un drenaggio linfatico.It is necessary to undergo lymphatic drainage.
- Ho bisogno di fare un massaggio linfodrenante.I need to have a lymphatic massage.
- Questo farmaco agisce sul sistema linfatico.This medication acts on the lymphatic system.
- L'edema è una condizione associata al sistema linfatico.Edema is a condition associated with the lymphatic system.
- Il sistema linfatico è molto importante.The lymphatic system is very important.
- Soffre di un problema linfatico.He suffers from a lymphatic problem.
- Il fluido linfatico scorre attraverso i vasi.The lymphatic fluid flows through the vessels.
Example conversation
Lorenzo and Chiara are discussing a medical report at home.
- LorenzoCosa dice il referto medico?What does the medical report say?
- ChiaraC'è un problema al sistema linfatico.There is a problem with the lymphatic system.
- LorenzoÈ un problema linfatico grave?Is it a serious lymphatic problem?
- ChiaraIl medico deve ancora decidere.The doctor still has to decide.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “lymphatic” translations and entries linfatico, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
