dientes y encías
/djentes i enθias/from spelling rules
The phrase "teeth and gums" in Spanish is translated as dientes y encías.
This phrase refers to the hard structures used for chewing and the soft tissue that surrounds their roots.
Which one should you use?
Piezas dentales y encías is a formal way to express teeth and gums.
Did you know?
- When a child loses a tooth, they often place it under the pillow for el Ratón Pérez, a legendary mouse who replaces the diente with a coin.
- In Spanish, you do not just 'brush your teeth', you often 'cepillar los dientes', using the verb cepillar which is the same verb used for brushing one's hair.
- In Spanish, the word diente is used for both the tooth and the 'tooth' of a comb or a gear, similar to how 'cog' works in English.
Examples in context
- Mi dentista me recomendó cepillar los dientes y encías después de cada comida.My dentist recommended brushing teeth and gums after every meal.
- Recuerdo cuando se me cayó un diente de leche y la encía se me inflamó.I remember when one of my baby teeth fell out, and my gum got swollen.
- Tengo problemas con los dientes y las encías.I have problems with my teeth and gums.
- Debes cuidar tus dientes y encías.You must take care of your teeth and gums.
- El dentista revisó mis dientes y encías.The dentist checked my teeth and gums.
Example conversation
Elena and Javier are talking about dental hygiene.
- ElenaJavier, ¿estás cuidando tus dientes y encías?Javier, are you taking care of your teeth and gums?
- JavierSí, uso un cepillo suave cada mañana.Yes, I use a soft brush every morning.
- ElenaEs importante para evitar infecciones.It is important to avoid infections.
- JavierTienes razón, Elena. Lo haré siempre.You are right, Elena. I will always do it.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
