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

📅 Published: September 6, 2025

🩺 Medical Spanish

parto

noun • /[PAR-toh]/

labor

Example:

El parto podría iniciar esta noche.

Labor may begin tonight.

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🧠 What does parto mean?

Parto refers to the process of childbirth, from labor to delivery. It encompasses all the stages involved in giving birth to a baby. While it primarily means 'childbirth', it's also used in veterinary contexts to mean 'giving birth' in animals.

📚 Extra examples

  • El parto fue natural y sin complicaciones.
    The birth was natural and without complications.
  • Estaba nerviosa por el parto, pero todo salió bien.
    I was nervous about the delivery, but everything went well.
  • El parto prematuro puede tener riesgos para el bebé.
    Premature labor can have risks for the baby.
  • La perra tuvo un parto de cinco cachorros.
    The dog had a litter of five puppies.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'labor' in Spanish?
The most common and direct translation for 'labor' (in the context of childbirth) is 'parto'.
How do you pronounce 'parto' in Spanish?
It's pronounced 'PAR-toh', with the emphasis on the first syllable. The 'a' is pronounced as in 'father', and the 'r' is a single tap or trill, depending on the dialect.
How do you use 'parto' in a sentence?
You can use 'parto' in sentences like: 'El parto fue largo' (The labor was long), or 'Asistió al parto de su nieta' (She attended the birth of her granddaughter).
What is the English translation of 'parto'?
The English translation of 'parto' is 'childbirth', 'labor', or 'delivery', depending on the specific context.
Does 'parto' change for gender or number?
No, 'parto' is a masculine noun and doesn't change its form for gender. It can be made plural ('partos') to refer to multiple births or the act of giving birth multiple times.
Is 'parto' common in everyday Spanish?
While not an everyday word like 'hola' or 'gracias', it's certainly common in conversations related to pregnancy, babies, and family. You'll also encounter it in medical settings.
Does 'parto' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. 'Parto' is generally used in its literal sense related to childbirth. There aren't common slang or double meanings to be aware of.
Is 'parto' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'parto' are generally consistent across Spain and Latin America. There might be slight regional variations in colloquial expressions related to childbirth, but the core meaning of 'parto' remains the same.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "parto"

Synonyms: alumbramiento, nacimiento

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'parto' comes from the Latin verb 'parire,' which means 'to give birth' or 'to bring forth'.

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