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

📅 Published: September 5, 2025

🩺 Medical Spanish

embarazo

noun • /[em-bah-RAH-soh]/

pregnancy

Example:

Su embarazo cursa sin complicaciones.

Your pregnancy progresses without complications.

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🧠 What does embarazo mean?

Embarazo is the Spanish word for pregnancy. It refers to the state or condition of carrying a developing embryo or fetus within the womb. It encompasses the entire period from conception to birth.

📚 Extra examples

  • El embarazo de María fue muy tranquilo.
    Maria's pregnancy was very smooth.
  • Ella anunció su embarazo a la familia.
    She announced her pregnancy to the family.
  • Durante el embarazo, es importante comer sano.
    During pregnancy, it's important to eat healthily.
  • Están muy emocionados por el embarazo.
    They are very excited about the pregnancy.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'pregnancy' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for pregnancy is 'embarazo'.
How do you pronounce 'embarazo' in Spanish?
It's pronounced em-bah-RAH-soh, with the emphasis on the third syllable. The 'z' is pronounced like an 's' in Latin American Spanish, or a 'th' sound (like in 'thin') in Castilian Spanish.
How do you use 'embarazo' in a sentence?
Here are some examples: 'El embarazo de mi hermana fue de nueve meses' (My sister's pregnancy lasted nine months), or 'Están en las primeras etapas del embarazo' (They are in the early stages of pregnancy).
What is the English translation of 'embarazo'?
The English translation of 'embarazo' is 'pregnancy'.
Does 'embarazo' change for gender or number?
No, 'embarazo' is a masculine noun and doesn't change for gender. For plural, you would say 'embarazos' (pregnancies).
Is 'embarazo' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'embarazo' is a common word used in everyday Spanish when discussing family, health, and related topics.
Does 'embarazo' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'embarazo' doesn't typically have slang or double meanings. It's a straightforward and medically accurate term.
Is 'embarazo' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The word itself is the same, but as mentioned earlier, the pronunciation of the 'z' can vary between a 's' sound in Latin America and a 'th' sound in Spain.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "embarazo"

Synonyms: gestación, preñez (more common in animal contexts)

💡 Did You Know?

The verb related to 'embarazo' is 'embarazarse', which means 'to become pregnant'.

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