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

📅 Published: July 13, 2025

🩺 Medical Spanish

infección

noun • /[een-fek-SYON]/

infection

Example:

La infección parece responder al tratamiento.

The infection seems to respond to treatment.

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🧠 What does infección mean?

In Spanish, 'infección' means the invasion and multiplication of microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, or fungi within the body, resulting in a disease or illness. It refers to the process of becoming infected, not just the presence of germs. It's a feminine noun.

📚 Extra examples

  • Tiene una infección en la garganta.
    He has a throat infection.
  • La infección se propagó rápidamente.
    The infection spread quickly.
  • El médico le recetó antibióticos para la infección.
    The doctor prescribed antibiotics for the infection.
  • Es importante lavarse las manos para prevenir infecciones.
    It's important to wash your hands to prevent infections.
  • La herida mostraba signos de infección.
    The wound showed signs of infection.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'infection' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'infection' is 'infección'.
How do you pronounce 'infección' in Spanish?
It's pronounced een-fek-thee-OHN, with the emphasis on the last syllable.
How do you use 'infección' in a sentence?
You could say 'Tengo una infección de oído' (I have an ear infection) or 'El doctor está tratando la infección' (The doctor is treating the infection).
What is the English translation of 'infección'?
'Infección' translates to 'infection' in English.
Does 'infección' change for gender or number?
'Infección' is a feminine noun. For plural, you use 'infecciones'.
Is 'infección' common in everyday Spanish?
While not an everyday word, 'infección' is commonly understood and used when discussing health issues.
Does 'infección' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'infección' is generally used in its literal medical sense.
Is 'infección' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'infección' are consistent across both Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "infección"

Synonyms: contaminación, contagio

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'infección' comes from the Latin word 'infectio', which means 'staining' or 'dyeing'. This relates to the idea of the body being tainted by disease.

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