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curita means band-aid — a common term in Medical Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: December 17, 2025

🩺 Medical Spanish

curita

noun • /[koo-REE-ta]/

band-aid

Example:

Solo necesita una curita.

He just needs a band-aid.

🧠 What does curita mean?

A 'curita' is a small, adhesive bandage used for covering minor cuts, scrapes, and wounds to keep them clean and protected. It is a common household item found in first-aid kits. The word is a diminutive of 'cura' (cure), literally meaning 'little cure'.

📚 Extra examples

  • Me corté el dedo cocinando, ¿me pasas una curita?
    I cut my finger while cooking, can you pass me a band-aid?
  • El niño se cayó y se raspó la rodilla, así que su mamá le puso una curita.
    The boy fell and scraped his knee, so his mom put a band-aid on it.
  • Es una buena idea llevar siempre algunas curitas en la cartera o el coche.
    It's a good idea to always carry a few band-aids in your purse or car.

💡 Did You Know?

Similar to how 'Band-Aid' became a generic term in English, 'Curitas' is a brand name from the German company Beiersdorf that became the generic word for adhesive bandages in much of Latin America. This is a common linguistic phenomenon known as a genericized trademark.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "curita"

Synonyms: tirita, apósito, venda adhesiva, parche curita

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'band-aid' in Spanish?
The word for 'band-aid' in Spanish varies by region. 'Curita' is very common throughout Latin America. In Spain, the preferred term is 'tirita'. A more formal or technical term is 'apósito adhesivo'.
How do you pronounce 'curita' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is coo-REE-tah, with the stress on the second syllable, 'ri'.
How do you use 'curita' in a sentence?
You can use it just like 'band-aid' in English. For example: 'Necesito una curita para este pequeño corte.' (I need a band-aid for this small cut.)
What is the English translation of 'curita'?
The English translation of 'curita' is 'band-aid' or 'adhesive bandage'.
Does 'curita' change for gender or number?
'Curita' is a feminine noun. Its plural form is 'curitas'. For example: 'una curita' (one band-aid) and 'las curitas' (the band-aids).
Is 'curita' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'curita' is a very common, everyday word used in informal and standard contexts, especially in Latin America.
Does 'curita' have slang or double meanings?
Metaphorically, 'una solución curita' can refer to a temporary, superficial fix for a larger problem, similar to the English expression 'a band-aid solution'.
Is 'curita' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
Yes, this is a key regional difference. 'Curita' is the standard term in most of Latin America, while 'tirita' is the word used in Spain. While most speakers would understand either, using the local term is more natural.

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