fentermina
/fenteɾmina/from spelling rules
fentermina is the Spanish translation for the English phrase phentermine.
fentermina refers to a prescription medication used as an appetite suppressant for weight loss.
How do you pronounce it?
/fenteɾmina/
Did you know?
- Medications like fentermina are often grouped as medicamentos controlados. In several Spanish-speaking countries, this means the pharmacy must keep a separate, government-audited ledger specifically for these substances.
- While English speakers use 'weight loss pills', Spanish speakers often use the phrase pastillas para adelgazar. The verb adelgazar specifically means 'to become thinner', rather than just 'losing weight'.
- To describe the effect of fentermina, Spanish speakers often use the phrase quitar el hambre. This literally translates to 'removing' or 'taking away' the hunger, rather than just 'suppressing' it.
Examples in context
- El médico me recetó fentermina para ayudarme a perder peso.The doctor prescribed phentermine to help me lose weight.
- Tu doctor te puede recetar fentermina para controlar tu peso.Your doctor can prescribe phentermine to control your weight.
- El médico me recetó fentermina.The doctor prescribed me fentermina.
- ¿Necesitas una receta para la fentermina?Do you need a prescription for fentermina?
- La fentermina ayuda a reducir el apetito.Fentermina helps to reduce appetite.
Example conversation
Sofía and Javier are discussing health options at home.
- SofíaEstoy considerando tomar fentermina para bajar de peso.I am considering taking phentermine to lose weight.
- JavierDeberías consultarlo primero con tu médico, Sofía.You should consult your doctor first, Sofía.
- SofíaTienes razón, iré a la cita mañana.You are right, I will go to the appointment tomorrow.
- JavierEs lo mejor para usar la fentermina con seguridad.It is the best way to use phentermine safely.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
