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analgésico means painkiller — a common term in Medical Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 8, 2025

🩺 Medical Spanish

analgésico

noun • /[ah-nahl-HEH-see-koh]/

painkiller

Example:

Tomará un analgésico cada ocho horas.

Take a painkiller every eight hours.

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🧠 What does analgésico mean?

An 'analgésico' is a medication that relieves pain without causing loss of consciousness. It can refer to over-the-counter drugs like ibuprofen or aspirin, as well as stronger prescription medications. Think of it as the general Spanish term for 'painkiller.'

📚 Extra examples

  • Necesito un analgésico para mi dolor de cabeza.
    I need a painkiller for my headache.
  • El médico me recetó un analgésico fuerte después de la cirugía.
    The doctor prescribed me a strong painkiller after the surgery.
  • ¿Tienes algún analgésico que pueda tomar para este dolor de muelas?
    Do you have any painkillers I can take for this toothache?
  • Los analgésicos de venta libre pueden ser efectivos para dolores leves.
    Over-the-counter painkillers can be effective for mild pain.
  • Es importante seguir las instrucciones del médico al tomar analgésicos.
    It's important to follow the doctor's instructions when taking painkillers.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'painkiller' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'painkiller' in Spanish is 'analgésico.'
How do you pronounce 'analgésico' in Spanish?
It's pronounced ah-nal-HEH-see-koh. The stress is on the 'HEH' syllable.
How do you use 'analgésico' in a sentence?
Here are some examples: 'Necesito un analgésico.' (I need a painkiller.) or 'El doctor me recetó un analgésico.' (The doctor prescribed me a painkiller.)
What is the English translation of 'analgésico'?
'Analgésico' translates to 'painkiller' in English.
Does 'analgésico' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'analgésico' can be plural. 'Un analgésico' (one painkiller), 'dos analgésicos' (two painkillers). It doesn't have a feminine form because it ends in -o, but it could be used with a feminine article if referring to a feminine noun, for instance: 'una crema analgésica' (a pain-relieving cream).
Is 'analgésico' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'analgésico' is a common word and readily understood throughout the Spanish-speaking world.
Does 'analgésico' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'analgésico' is a straightforward medical term and doesn't have any slang or double meanings.
Is 'analgésico' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'analgésico' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "analgésico"

Synonyms: medicamento para el dolor, calmante

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'analgésico' comes from the Greek roots 'an-' (without) and 'algos' (pain).

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