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

📅 Published: February 18, 2026

🩺 Medical Spanish

tiroides

noun • /[ti-ROI-des]/

thyroid

Example:

Tiene problemas con la tiroides.

She has thyroid problems.

🧠 What does tiroides mean?

The term 'tiroides' refers to the thyroid, an important endocrine gland located in the neck. This gland produces hormones that regulate the body's metabolism, growth, and development. It is often referred to more formally as 'la glándula tiroides'.

📚 Extra examples

  • El análisis de sangre mostró una alteración en la función de la tiroides.
    The blood test showed an alteration in the thyroid's function.
  • Mi hermana tiene un problema con la tiroides y necesita medicación.
    My sister has a problem with her thyroid and needs medication.
  • La glándula tiroides tiene forma de mariposa y se encuentra en la base del cuello.
    The thyroid gland is shaped like a butterfly and is located at the base of the neck.

💡 Did You Know?

While 'la tiroides' (feminine) refers to the gland, the masculine form 'el tiroides' can be used as a shorter way to say 'el cartílago tiroides', the thyroid cartilage, which is part of the larynx.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "tiroides"

Synonyms: glándula tiroides

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'thyroid' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'thyroid' is 'tiroides'. When referring to the gland, the full term is 'la glándula tiroides'.
How do you pronounce 'tiroides' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is tee-ROY-dess, with the stress on the second syllable, 'roy'.
How do you use 'tiroides' in a sentence?
You could say, 'El médico le diagnosticó hipotiroidismo, un trastorno de la tiroides', which means 'The doctor diagnosed him with hypothyroidism, a thyroid disorder'.
What is the English translation of 'tiroides'?
The English translation of 'tiroides' is 'thyroid'.
Does 'tiroides' change for gender or number?
'Tiroides' is invariable in number, so the singular and plural forms are the same. It is feminine when referring to the gland ('la tiroides') but can be masculine when referring to the thyroid cartilage ('el tiroides'). In most medical contexts, it is used as a feminine noun.
Is 'tiroides' common in everyday Spanish?
It is very common in medical contexts and in conversations about health, particularly regarding metabolism or hormonal issues. Outside of these topics, it is not frequently used.
Does 'tiroides' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'tiroides' is a specific medical term and does not have any common slang meanings or other interpretations.
Is 'tiroides' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The word 'tiroides' is used consistently across all Spanish-speaking regions with the same meaning. There are no significant regional variations for this term.

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