pezones
/peθones/from spelling rules
The English word "nipples" is translated into Spanish as pezones.
The term refers to the small projections on the breasts used for nursing.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form is pezones, while the singular form is pezón.
How do you pronounce it?
/peθones/
Did you know?
- In certain parts of Spain, the term tetilla is used not just for nipples but is also the name of a famous, pointed mountain in Galicia.
- The term pezón can also be used in Spanish to describe the 'nub' or 'boss' of a specialized architectural or mechanical part.
- In Spanish, the term pezón is grammatically masculine, regardless of whether it refers to a male or female body.
Examples in context
- Mis pezones son muy sensibles.My nipples are very sensitive.This sentence is useful for describing sensitivity regarding pezones.Tatoeba #12441768 by emma_zunz, translation #10572690 by felidad
- Sami le vió los pezones a Layla.Sami saw Layla's nipples.This sentence is useful for describing someone seeing pezones.Tatoeba #12441767 by emma_zunz, translation #7150609 by OsoHombre
- Se puso piercings en los pezones.She got her nipples pierced.This sentence is useful for describing piercings in pezones.Tatoeba #5058577 by don_ramon, translation #2311236 by Hybrid
- Después de la cirugía, asegúrese de proteger los senos o los pezones con apósitos estériles.After surgery, make sure to protect your breasts or nipples with sterile dressings.
- 2 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
A couple is discussing breastfeeding comfort.
- Javier¿Te duelen los pezones al amamantar?Do your nipples hurt when breastfeeding?
- MaríaSí, Javier, están muy sensibles hoy.Yes, Javier, they are very sensitive today.
- JavierDeberías usar una crema para los pezones.You should use a cream for your nipples.
- MaríaTienes razón, voy a probarla ahora.You're right, I'm going to try it now.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
