ginecólogo
/xineˈkoloɡo/
The English phrase "obgyn" translates to ginecólogo in Spanish.
The term refers to a doctor who specializes in female reproductive health.
Which one should you use?
If you want to specify the obstetric side of the specialty, you can use the word obstetra.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Argentina, the term ginecólogo-obstetra is commonly used. In Colombia, the term especialista en ginecología y obstetricia is frequently used.
How does it change in a sentence?
The masculine form ginecólogo changes to ginecóloga when referring to a female doctor. The plural form is ginecólogos.
How do you pronounce it?
/xineˈkoloɡo/
Did you know?
- In some regions, the phrase ir a control is used when visiting a ginecólogo or obstetra. This vague phrasing is often preferred in social settings to maintain privacy about the specific nature of the medical visit.
- Spanish distinguishes between the specialized medical doctor ginecólogo and the partera, a traditional birth attendant. In several Latin American indigenous communities, the partera is often more trusted for delivery than a hospital-based obstetra.
- In some Caribbean regions, patients may colloquially refer to the entire specialty or the doctor simply as 'la gine', a common clipping of the full word.
Examples in context
- Mi hermana está consultando a un obstetra-ginecólogo para su embarazo.My sister is consulting an OBGYN for her pregnancy.
- ¿Conoces a algún buen ginecólogo en la ciudad?Do you know any good gynecologist in the city?
- Necesito una cita con el ginecólogo.I need an appointment with the gynecologist.
- Mi ginecólogo es muy profesional.My gynecologist is very professional.
Example conversation
Sofía tells Javier about her medical appointment.
- JavierSofía, ¿por qué tienes que salir temprano hoy?Sofía, why do you have to leave early today?
- SofíaTengo una consulta con el ginecólogo.I have a consultation with the obgyn.
- JavierAh, entiendo. ¿Está cerca de aquí?Oh, I see. Is it near here?
- SofíaSí, Javier, el consultorio está a dos calles.Yes, Javier, the office is two blocks away.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry ginecólogo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
