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

📅 Published: August 30, 2025

🩺 Medical Spanish

patología

noun • /[pah-toh-loh-HEE-ah]/

pathology

Example:

Patología analiza la muestra actualmente.

Pathology is analyzing the sample now.

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🧠 What does patología mean?

Patología is a multifaceted word in Spanish. Primarily, it refers to the study of diseases, their causes, processes, development, and consequences. This is equivalent to the English word 'pathology'. It can also refer to the disease itself, a deviation from normal function or structure, or the manifestation of a disease. Think of it as referring to the science of disease as well as the disease itself.

📚 Extra examples

  • El médico envió una biopsia a patología.
    The doctor sent a biopsy to pathology.
  • La patología del paciente es compleja.
    The patient's pathology is complex.
  • Estudia la patología del cáncer.
    He studies the pathology of cancer.
  • La patología del habla puede afectar la comunicación.
    Speech pathology can affect communication.
  • Mostrar signos de patología.
    To show signs of pathology.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'pathology' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'pathology' is 'patología'.
How do you pronounce 'patología' in Spanish?
It's pronounced pah-toh-loh-HEE-ah, with the stress on the HEE syllable.
How do you use 'patología' in a sentence?
Here are some examples: 'El médico envió una biopsia a patología' (The doctor sent a biopsy to pathology), or 'La patología del paciente es compleja' (The patient's pathology is complex).
What is the English translation of 'patología'?
'Patología' translates to 'pathology' in English.
Does 'patología' change for gender or number?
No, 'patología' is a feminine noun and remains the same in singular and plural. The plural is 'patologías'.
Is 'patología' common in everyday Spanish?
While understood, it’s more common in medical contexts than in everyday conversation. You're more likely to hear it from doctors or in a hospital setting.
Does 'patología' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. It’s generally used in its formal, medical sense.
Is 'patología' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'patología' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "patología"

Synonyms: enfermedad, dolencia, padecimiento
Opposites: salud, bienestar

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'patología' comes from the Greek words 'pathos' (suffering) and 'logia' (study).

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