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bata means medical gown — a common term in Medical Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: April 25, 2026

🩺 Medical Spanish

bata

noun • /[BA-ta]/

medical gown

Example:

El médico viste bata blanca.

The doctor wears a white medical gown.

🧠 What does bata mean?

A bata is a type of loose-fitting garment, typically worn over clothing. In a medical context, it refers specifically to a medical gown, often worn by healthcare professionals such as doctors, nurses, or surgeons. These gowns are designed for protection, hygiene, and ease of movement during medical procedures. They can also refer to a dressing gown or bathrobe worn at home.

📚 Extra examples

  • El cirujano se puso una bata estéril antes de entrar al quirófano.
    The surgeon put on a sterile gown before entering the operating room.
  • Los pacientes en el hospital suelen usar una bata para mayor comodidad.
    Patients in the hospital usually wear a gown for comfort.
  • La enfermera llevaba una bata azul y guantes.
    The nurse was wearing a blue gown and gloves.
  • Me gustaría comprar una bata cómoda para estar en casa.
    I would like to buy a comfortable gown for lounging at home.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'bata' can also refer to a smock or apron worn by workers in certain trades, such as artists or laboratory technicians, for protection.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "bata"

Synonyms: bata médica, uniforme médico, albornoz

🔍 See more medical spanish words

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'medical gown' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'medical gown' is bata.
How do you pronounce 'bata' in Spanish?
The pronunciation of 'bata' is 'BAH-tah'. The 'b' is soft, similar to the English 'b', and the 'a' sounds are open, like the 'a' in 'father'.
How do you use 'bata' in a sentence?
'Bata' is a noun. It can be used in sentences referring to medical gowns or dressing gowns. For example, 'El doctor usa una bata blanca' (The doctor wears a white gown) or 'Ella se puso una bata después del baño' (She put on a gown after her bath).
What is the English translation of 'bata'?
The primary English translation of 'bata' in a medical context is 'medical gown'. It can also translate to 'gown', 'robe', or 'dressing gown' in other contexts.
Does 'bata' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'bata' is a feminine noun. Its plural form is 'batas'. So, one medical gown is 'una bata', and multiple gowns are 'unas batas'.
Is 'bata' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'bata' is a common word in Spanish. While it has a specific meaning in medical settings, it is also widely used for dressing gowns or bathrobes at home.
Does 'bata' have slang or double meanings?
In its primary use as 'medical gown' or 'dressing gown', 'bata' does not typically carry slang or double meanings. However, regional colloquialisms can sometimes attach specific connotations to everyday objects.
Is 'bata' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning of 'bata' as a medical gown or dressing gown is consistent across Spain and Latin America. While regional preferences for certain garments might exist, 'bata' itself is understood in both areas for these meanings.

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