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

📅 Published: August 24, 2025

🩺 Medical Spanish

vacuna

noun • /[bah-KOO-nah]/

vaccine

Example:

Recibirá la vacuna contra la influenza.

You will receive the flu vaccine.

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🧠 What does vacuna mean?

The word "vacuna" in Spanish means "vaccine" in English. It refers to a biological preparation that provides immunity against particular diseases. It typically contains an agent that resembles a disease-causing microorganism and is often made from weakened or killed forms of the microbe, its toxins, or one of its surface proteins. The administration of vaccines is called vaccination or immunization.

📚 Extra examples

  • Necesito ponerme la vacuna contra la gripe.
    I need to get the flu shot.
  • Las vacunas han erradicado muchas enfermedades.
    Vaccines have eradicated many diseases.
  • El médico me recomendó la vacuna contra el tétanos.
    The doctor recommended the tetanus vaccine to me.
  • ¿Te has puesto ya la vacuna?
    Have you gotten the vaccine yet?
  • Es importante vacunar a los niños.
    It's important to vaccinate children.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'vaccine' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'vaccine' is 'vacuna'.
How do you pronounce 'vacuna' in Spanish?
It's pronounced vah-COO-nah. The stress is on the second syllable.
How do you use 'vacuna' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'Necesito la vacuna contra la gripe' (I need the flu vaccine), '¿Dónde puedo obtener la vacuna?' (Where can I get the vaccine?), 'La vacuna es importante para la salud pública' (The vaccine is important for public health).
What is the English translation of 'vacuna'?
'Vacuna' translates to 'vaccine' in English.
Does 'vacuna' change for gender or number?
'Vacuna' is a feminine noun. Its plural is 'vacunas'.
Is 'vacuna' common in everyday Spanish?
While not an everyday word like 'hola' or 'gracias', 'vacuna' is certainly a common word, especially when talking about health or during flu season.
Does 'vacuna' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'vacuna' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. Its meaning is straightforward and related to medical immunization.
Is 'vacuna' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, 'vacuna' has the same meaning and usage across both Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "vacuna"

Synonyms: inyección (injection - but more general), inmunización (immunization)

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'vaccine' and 'vacuna' both come from the Latin word 'vacca' meaning 'cow.' This is due to the origins of vaccination with cowpox, which was used to protect against smallpox.

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