próstata
/ˈpɾostata/feminine
The English word "prostate" is translated into Spanish as próstata.
The word refers to the prostate gland. In Mexico, the phrase cáncer de próstata is often used in casual conversations.
Meaning: prostate gland (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
próstata is a feminine noun, so it is preceded by the feminine article la rather than el.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈpɾostata/
Did you know?
- The word próstata is a direct descendant of the Greek word prostátēs, which described a person acting as a protector or a leader.
- Despite being a masculine organ, próstata is always feminine in Spanish. This means it uses the feminine article la and feminine adjectives, which can feel counterintuitive to English speakers.
Examples in context
- Tom tiene cáncer de próstata.Tom has prostate cancer.This sentence is useful for expressing that someone has prostate cancer using próstata.Tatoeba #1654233 by Espi, translation #1654198 by Spamster
- ¿Ha tenido algún problema con su próstata?Have you had any problems with your prostate?This sentence is useful for asking if someone has had problems with their próstata.Tatoeba #9849643 by DJ_Saidez, translation #9849632 by NurseMeeks
- Vamos a examinar su próstataWe are going to examine your prostate
- Tengo problemas con mi próstataI have issues with my prostate
- Mi médico me recomendó hacerme un examen de próstataMy doctor recommended that I get a prostate exam
- ¿Conoces algún síntoma que indique problemas en la próstata?Do you know any symptoms that indicate problems with the prostate?
- La inflamación de la próstata es común.Inflammation of the prostate is common.
Example conversation
At a doctor's office during a check-up.
- JavierDoctor, ¿cómo está mi próstata?Doctor, how is my prostate?
- ElenaTodo parece estar bien, Javier.Everything seems to be fine, Javier.
- Javier¿No hay inflamación?Is there no inflammation?
- ElenaNo, la próstata está sana.No, the prostate is healthy.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “prostate” translations and entries próstata, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries próstata, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
