psyllium
/bsiʝjum/from spelling rules
The English word psyllium is translated into Spanish as psyllium.
psyllium is a noun used to refer to the psyllium seed husk, typically in the context of its use as a dietary supplement.
Meaning: psyllium seed husk, as a dietary supplement (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation of psyllium is /bsiʝjum/.
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, the term ispágula is used as a synonym for psyllium, derived from the Arabic name for the plant.
- Because psyllium is a loanword from Latin, it follows a spelling pattern that is very rare in native Spanish words, which seldom begin with 'ps'.
- In many Spanish-speaking pharmacies, you are more likely to find this sold as cáscara de psyllium rather than just the name of the seed itself.
Examples in context
- El psyllium es bueno para la digestión.Psyllium is good for digestion.
- Necesito comprar psyllium en la farmacia.I need to buy psyllium at the pharmacy.
- Puedes mezclar el psyllium con agua.You can mix the psyllium with water.
Example conversation
Javier and Lucía are at a health food store.
- Javier¿Dónde está el psyllium?Where is the psyllium?
- LucíaEstá en el pasillo de suplementos.It is in the supplement aisle.
- JavierGracias, Lucía, por tu ayuda.Thanks, Lucía, for your help.
- LucíaDe nada, Javier.You're welcome, Javier.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
