testículos
medical
The neutral and medical word is testículos. In Mexican talk huevos is a common vulgar word for them, and bolas is another.
Meaning: male reproductive organs (noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| testículos | medical |
| Huevos | slang, vulgar |
| Bolas | slang, vulgar |
Doctors and textbooks use testículos. The slang words are vulgar, so avoid them in polite company.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Huevos also means eggs, so context matters. Mexicans also use it in expressions such as tener huevos for "to have guts", which is rude.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular testículo is masculine. The plural is the usual form.
Did you know?
- The slang use of huevos for courage is common across Spanish, not only in Mexico.
Examples in context
- El médico revisó los testículos del paciente.The doctor examined the patient's testicles.
- Le dolían los testículos.His testicles hurt.
- Es un término médico.It is a medical term.
Example conversation
Dr. Salas talks with a patient named Iván at a clinic in Mexico City.
- IvánDoctor, me duele aquí abajo.Doctor, it hurts down here.
- Dr. Salas¿Es en los testículos?Is it in the testicles?
- IvánSí, desde ayer.Yes, since yesterday.
