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

📅 Published: March 27, 2026

🩺 Medical Spanish

tejido

noun • /[te-HEE-do]/

tissue

Example:

El tejido conecta diferentes células.

Tissue connects different cells.

🧠 What does tejido mean?

In a medical context, 'tejido' refers to a collection of cells and their extracellular matrix that are similar in structure and function. It forms the building blocks of organs and other bodily structures. Common types of tissue include epithelial tissue, connective tissue, muscle tissue, and nervous tissue. Understanding the condition and type of tissue is crucial for diagnosis and treatment of various medical conditions.

📚 Extra examples

  • El patólogo examinó el tejido bajo el microscopio.
    The pathologist examined the tissue under the microscope.
  • Una biopsia es la extracción de una pequeña muestra de tejido para su análisis.
    A biopsy is the removal of a small sample of tissue for analysis.
  • El cáncer puede propagarse a través del tejido circundante.
    Cancer can spread through the surrounding tissue.
  • Se realizó un trasplante de tejido óseo para reparar la fractura.
    A bone tissue transplant was performed to repair the fracture.
  • La inflamación puede afectar a cualquier tipo de tejido del cuerpo.
    Inflammation can affect any type of tissue in the body.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'tejido' comes from the verb 'tejer', which means 'to weave'. This connection highlights the idea of biological tissues being intricately woven structures of cells and fibers.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "tejido"

Synonyms: biología, células, órgano, anatomía, material

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'tissue' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'tissue' in a medical or biological sense is 'tejido'.
How do you pronounce 'tejido' in Spanish?
The pronunciation of 'tejido' is 'teh-HEE-doh'. The 'j' has a guttural sound similar to the 'ch' in Scottish 'loch'.
How do you use 'tejido' in a sentence?
In a medical sentence, 'tejido' can be used to refer to a specific type of tissue, a sample of tissue, or the general condition of tissues. For example, 'El médico analizó el tejido dañado.' (The doctor analyzed the damaged tissue.)
What is the English translation of 'tejido'?
The most common English translation of 'tejido' in a medical context is 'tissue'.
Does 'tejido' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'tejido' is a masculine noun. Its plural form is 'tejidos'.
Is 'tejido' common in everyday Spanish?
While 'tejido' is a fundamental term in biology and medicine, it is not commonly used in everyday casual conversation outside of those contexts. Other words might be used for household 'tissues' (like facial tissues).
Does 'tejido' have slang or double meanings?
In a general sense, 'tejido' can refer to 'fabric' or 'knitting'. However, in the medical field, its meaning is specific to biological tissue and does not typically carry slang or double meanings.
Is 'tejido' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'tejido' as biological tissue are consistent across Spain and Latin America. Variations might exist in colloquialisms related to fabric or knitting.

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