endodoncia
/endodonθja/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'root canal' is translated into Spanish as endodoncia.
endodoncia refers to the surgical operation performed on a root canal. To express the act of undergoing the procedure, Spanish speakers typically use the reflexive construction hacerse una endodoncia (to have a root canal).
Meaning: surgical operation on a root canal (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun endodoncia is feminine.
How do you pronounce it?
/endodonθja/
Did you know?
- While endodoncia is the medical term, some patients use the informal phrase matar el nervio meaning 'to kill the nerve' to describe the procedure.
- The word endodoncia is derived from the Greek roots endo for 'inside' and odous for 'tooth'.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, if a dentist says you need a tratamiento de conducto, they are using a common synonym for endodoncia that focuses on the 'canal' (conducto) rather than the formal Greek-derived term.
Examples in context
- ¿Necesito una endodoncia?Do I need a root canal?This sentence is useful for asking if an endodoncia is required.Tatoeba #434507 by lukaszpp, translation #434506 by lukaszpp
- Me arreglaron un nervio en la muela esta mañana.I had a nerve fixed in my tooth this morning.
- La endodoncia es un procedimiento doloroso para algunos.The root canal is a painful procedure for some.
- El dentista me recomendó una endodoncia urgente.The dentist recommended an urgent root canal for me.
Example conversation
Elena and Javier are talking about dental health at home.
- Elena¿Te duele mucho el diente, Javier?Does your tooth hurt a lot, Javier?
- JavierSí, creo que necesito una endodoncia.Yes, I think I need a root canal.
- ElenaEspero que la endodoncia no sea muy cara.I hope the root canal isn't too expensive.
- JavierLo espero, Elena, pero es necesario.I hope so, Elena, but it is necessary.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
