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

📅 Published: September 27, 2025

🩺 Medical Spanish

pronóstico

noun • /[proh-NOHS-tee-koh]/

prognosis

Example:

El pronóstico es favorable con tratamiento.

The prognosis is favorable with treatment.

🧠 What does pronóstico mean?

In Medical Spanish, 'pronóstico' refers to a doctor's prediction about the likely course and outcome of a disease or ailment. It's the equivalent of 'prognosis' in English. It encompasses the expected duration, chances of recovery, and potential long-term effects. It can be positive (a good prognosis), negative (a poor prognosis), or uncertain.

📚 Extra examples

  • El médico le dio un pronóstico favorable.
    The doctor gave him a favorable prognosis.
  • A pesar del diagnóstico, el pronóstico es alentador.
    Despite the diagnosis, the prognosis is encouraging.
  • El pronóstico a largo plazo es incierto.
    The long-term prognosis is uncertain.
  • Su pronóstico ha mejorado significativamente con el nuevo tratamiento.
    Her prognosis has improved significantly with the new treatment.
  • Los médicos están cautelosamente optimistas sobre su pronóstico.
    The doctors are cautiously optimistic about his prognosis.

💡 Did You Know?

While 'pronóstico' primarily refers to medical prognoses, it can also be used more generally to mean 'forecast,' such as a weather forecast ('pronóstico del tiempo').

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "pronóstico"

Synonyms: predicción médica, previsión

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'prognosis' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'prognosis' is 'pronóstico'.
How do you pronounce 'pronóstico' in Spanish?
It's pronounced proh-NOHS-tee-koh, with the stress on the second syllable.
How do you use 'pronóstico' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'El pronóstico del paciente es bueno' (The patient's prognosis is good), or 'El médico nos explicó el pronóstico de la enfermedad' (The doctor explained the prognosis of the illness).
What is the English translation of 'pronóstico'?
'Pronóstico' translates to 'prognosis' in English.
Does 'pronóstico' change for gender or number?
No, 'pronóstico' remains the same regardless of gender or number.
Is 'pronóstico' common in everyday Spanish?
While understood, it's more common in medical settings. In casual conversation, people might use simpler phrases like '¿Cómo está?' (How is he/she doing?) or '¿Se va a recuperar?' (Will he/she recover?).
Does 'pronóstico' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'pronóstico' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. It's a formal medical term.
Is 'pronóstico' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'pronóstico' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.

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