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

📅 Published: September 1, 2025

🩺 Medical Spanish

pediatría

noun • /[peh-dyah-TREE-ah]/

pediatrics

Example:

Pediatría atenderá al niño ahora.

Pediatrics will see the child now.

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🧠 What does pediatría mean?

Pediatría is the Spanish word for "pediatrics," the branch of medicine dealing with the health and medical care of infants, children, and adolescents. It encompasses everything from preventative care and vaccinations to the diagnosis and treatment of childhood illnesses and injuries.

📚 Extra examples

  • El hospital tiene una excelente unidad de pediatría.
    The hospital has an excellent pediatrics unit.
  • Mi hermana se especializa en pediatría.
    My sister specializes in pediatrics.
  • Llevaron a su hijo a la consulta de pediatría.
    They took their son to the pediatrics clinic.
  • Estudié pediatría en la universidad.
    I studied pediatrics at university.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'pediatrics' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'pediatrics' is 'pediatría.'
How do you pronounce 'pediatría' in Spanish?
It's pronounced peh-dee-ah-TREE-ah. The stress falls on the 'i' in the last syllable.
How do you use 'pediatría' in a sentence?
You can use it like this: 'El doctor trabaja en pediatría' (The doctor works in pediatrics) or 'Ella quiere especializarse en pediatría' (She wants to specialize in pediatrics).
What is the English translation of 'pediatría'?
The English translation of 'pediatría' is 'pediatrics'.
Does 'pediatría' change for gender or number?
No, 'pediatría' is a singular, feminine noun and doesn't change its form.
Is 'pediatría' common in everyday Spanish?
While not used every day, 'pediatría' is a common word, especially for parents and anyone involved in healthcare.
Does 'pediatría' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'pediatría' has a straightforward meaning and doesn't have any slang or double meanings.
Is 'pediatría' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'pediatría' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'pediatría,' like its English counterpart, ultimately derives from the Greek words for 'child' (pais, paidos) and 'healing' (iatros).

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