estómago
neutral
The correct word for stomach is estómago. In everyday talk Mexicans say panza for the belly, as in me duele la panza. It is also called Barriga.
Meaning: belly or digestive organ (noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| estómago | neutral |
| Barriga | casual |
| Panza | casual, Mexico |
Estómago is used with doctors and in formal speech, as in dolor de estómago. Panza is warmer and common at home, with kids or between friends.
Which one should you use?
Panza refers to the belly on the outside. Tener panza means to have a belly and panzón describes someone with a big one.
Did you know?
- The phrase llenar la panza means to eat enough to feel full.
Examples in context
- Me duele el estómago.My stomach hurts.
- Mi hijo tiene dolor de panza.My son has a tummy ache.
- Comí tanto que me quedé con la panza llena.I ate so much that my belly is full.
Example conversation
Nora takes her son Leo to the doctor in Culiacán because of a stomach ache.
- Doctora¿Qué te duele, Leo?What hurts, Leo?
- LeoMe duele la panza.My tummy hurts.
- DoctoraVoy a revisar tu estómago.I am going to check your stomach.
