parabenos
/paɾabenos/from spelling rules
The English phrase "parabens" is translated into Spanish as parabenos.
parabenos refers to the chemical preservatives used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals to prevent the growth of mold and bacteria.
Which one should you use?
The term Ésteres del ácido p-hidroxibenzoico is the scientific name for these substances.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the term parabenes is used to refer to parabens.
How do you pronounce it?
/paɾabenos/
What mistakes should you avoid?
English speakers often mistakenly use the English word "parabens" instead of the Spanish parabenos.
Did you know?
- The Spanish language often uses the prefix para- in other words to mean 'for' or 'towards', but in parabenos it is part of a scientific designation based on the position of a chemical group.
- In Spanish pharmacy culture, the debate over parabenos is often grouped under the broader term disruptores endocrinos, which refers to endocrine disruptors.
- In Spanish, the phrase libres de parabenos functions as a marketing claim, but the more common consumer shorthand found on packaging is simply sin parabenos.
Examples in context
- ¿Podría decirme si este producto contiene parabenos?Could you tell me if this product contains parabens?
- Muchos cosméticos contienen parabenos.Many cosmetics contain parabens.
- Busco un champú que no tenga parabenos.I am looking for a shampoo that doesn't have parabens.
Example conversation
Javier and María are shopping for skincare products at a store.
- JavierMira, esta loción dice que no tiene parabenos.Look, this lotion says it has no parabens.
- MaríaEso es genial, María prefiere evitar los parabenos.That is great, María prefers to avoid parabens.
- Javier¿Crees que es mejor para la piel?Do you think it is better for the skin?
- MaríaSí, Javier, es una opción más natural.Yes, Javier, it is a more natural option.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
