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

📅 Published: July 11, 2025

🩺 Medical Spanish

inyección

noun • /[een-yehk-SYON]/

injection

Example:

Aplicaremos una inyección de antibiótico ahora.

We will give an antibiotic injection now.

🧠 What does inyección mean?

In medical Spanish, 'inyección' primarily means 'injection,' referring to the act of administering a liquid substance into the body, typically using a syringe and needle. It can also refer to the substance itself being injected. Beyond the medical context, 'inyección' can metaphorically describe an input or boost of something, like an injection of capital into a business.

📚 Extra examples

  • El médico le puso una inyección contra la alergia.
    The doctor gave him an allergy shot.
  • Necesito una inyección de vitaminas.
    I need a vitamin injection.
  • La inyección de fondos ayudó a salvar la empresa.
    The injection of funds helped save the company.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'inyección' comes from the Latin word 'iniectio,' which means 'a throwing or casting in.'

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "inyección"

Synonyms: pinchazo (more colloquial, often refers specifically to the act of pricking with a needle), vacuna (specifically for vaccines)

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'injection' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'injection' is 'inyección.'
How do you pronounce 'inyección' in Spanish?
It's pronounced ee-nek-thee-OWN, with the emphasis on the last syllable.
How do you use 'inyección' in a sentence?
Here are some examples: 'Me pusieron una inyección' (They gave me an injection), or 'El doctor me recetó una inyección' (The doctor prescribed me an injection).
What is the English translation of 'inyección'?
'Inyección' translates to 'injection' in English.
Does 'inyección' change for gender or number?
No, 'inyección' is a feminine noun, but it doesn’t change its form for singular or plural. You would say 'una inyección' for one injection and 'las inyecciones' for multiple injections. The article changes to reflect the number.
Is 'inyección' common in everyday Spanish?
While 'inyección' is most frequently used in medical settings, it's understood by everyone and can appear in everyday conversations related to health.
Does 'inyección' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. In its figurative sense, as in an injection of funds, it's more technical than slang. There aren't any common double meanings or slang usages to be aware of.
Is 'inyección' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'inyección' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.

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