How to Say “Testicles” in Latin

By Lynette Sylvia • Updated October 4, 2026

testes

The English word "testicles" is translated into Latin as testes.

The term refers to the two oval organs in the male anatomy that produce sperm.

Did you know?

The English word 'testify' shares the same Latin root testis as the word for 'testicles'.
Because testis means 'witness', Roman writers sometimes used it as a pun or double entendre in satirical poetry.
The plural form testes is used in English medical terminology today, preserving the original Latin grammar rather than adding an English 's'.

Examples in context

Testes masculi spermata producunt.
Male testicles produce sperm.
In anatomia, testes duo sunt.
In anatomy, there are two testicles.

Example conversation

A doctor and a patient are discussing anatomy.

Gaius

Ubi sunt testes?
Where are the testicles?
Aurelia

Sunt infra corpus.
They are below the body.
Gaius

Suntne testes necessarii?
Are the testicles necessary?
Aurelia

Ita, ad generationem sunt.
Yes, they are for reproduction.

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About The Author

Lynette Sylvia

Hi there, I'm Lynette! Latin language enthusiast and lifelong learner with a penchant for taking up diverse challenges. My pursuits range from deciphering Latin words like 'Arc' and 'Beast', to explaining how to articulate complex phrases like 'Light of Darkness'. A true logophile at heart, I admit my guilty pleasure to be translating contemporary slangs into this ancient language (Yes, I discovered how to say 'Nincompoop'). When I'm not engrossed in linguistic pursuits, you'll most likely find me lost in mythical tales, my love for which extends to my enrapturement of mermaids and goddesses. Vivamus magna justo (Let's live greatly).

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