How do I say 'I am celiac' in Spanish?

You can say 'Soy celíaco' (masculine) or 'Soy celíaca' (feminine). This direct adjective form is widely understood in restaurants, hospitals, and social settings across all Spanish-speaking countries.

Is gluten-free food easy to find in Spanish-speaking countries?

Availability varies significantly by country and city size. Argentina, Spain, and major Mexican cities have robust 'sin gluten' (gluten-free) options in supermarkets and restaurants. Smaller towns and rural areas may have fewer dedicated products, requiring travelers to plan ahead.

What does 'sin TACC' mean on Argentine food labels?

'Sin TACC' stands for 'sin trigo, avena, cebada, centeno' (without wheat, oats, barley, rye) and is Argentina's standardized label for gluten-free products. It is the most recognized gluten-free certification symbol in the country and appears on thousands of products.

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Celiac Disease in Spanish: Enfermedad Celíaca

Written by Sofia Ramirez, Lead Spanish Curriculum Editor · Reviewed May 2026

Enfermedad celíaca · noun · ehn-fehr-meh-DAHD seh-LEE-ah-kah

The medical condition 'celiac disease' translates to 'enfermedad celíaca' in Spanish. It is an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten consumption that damages the small intestine's lining. The shortened form 'celiaquía' is also commonly used in both medical and everyday contexts.

ehn-fehr-meh-DAHD seh-LEE-ah-kah

Le diagnosticaron enfermedad celíaca cuando tenía ocho años.

He was diagnosed with celiac disease when he was eight years old.

Celiac Disease in Spanish: Quick Reference

Below are the most common Spanish words for celiac disease, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.

Spanish	English	Pronunciation	Region / Register
enfermedad celíaca	celiac disease	ehn-fehr-meh-DAHD seh-LEE-ah-kah	Default, widely understood
celiaquía	celiac disease		shortened medical term
intolerancia al gluten	celiac disease		lay explanation (not identical)

How Native Speakers Use Enfermedad celíaca

Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.

Medical Diagnosis

La celiaquía se confirma mediante una biopsia del intestino delgado.

Celiac disease is confirmed through a small intestine biopsy.

Describes the diagnostic procedure in medical terms.

Restaurant

Soy celíaco, ¿tienen opciones sin gluten en el menú?

I have celiac disease—do you have gluten-free options on the menu?

Shows how a patient communicates dietary needs at a restaurant.

Support Group

En el grupo de apoyo para personas con enfermedad celíaca compartimos recetas.

In the support group for people with celiac disease, we share recipes.

References a community resource for celiac patients.

Avoid These Mistakes When Using Enfermedad celíaca

Accent Placement

Incorrect: Tiene enfermedad celiaca.

Correct: Tiene enfermedad celíaca.

The word 'celíaca' carries an accent on the 'i' because it is an esdrújula word; the unaccented form is increasingly seen but the accented version remains standard in medical publications.

Intolerance vs. Disease

Incorrect: Tengo intolerancia al gluten. (when meaning celiac disease)

Correct: Tengo enfermedad celíaca.

Gluten intolerance and celiac disease are medically distinct conditions; celiac involves autoimmune intestinal damage while intolerance causes discomfort without tissue destruction.

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Common Questions About Celiac Disease in Spanish

How do I say 'I am celiac' in Spanish?: You can say 'Soy celíaco' (masculine) or 'Soy celíaca' (feminine). This direct adjective form is widely understood in restaurants, hospitals, and social settings across all Spanish-speaking countries.
Is gluten-free food easy to find in Spanish-speaking countries?: Availability varies significantly by country and city size. Argentina, Spain, and major Mexican cities have robust 'sin gluten' (gluten-free) options in supermarkets and restaurants. Smaller towns and rural areas may have fewer dedicated products, requiring travelers to plan ahead.
What does 'sin TACC' mean on Argentine food labels?: 'Sin TACC' stands for 'sin trigo, avena, cebada, centeno' (without wheat, oats, barley, rye) and is Argentina's standardized label for gluten-free products. It is the most recognized gluten-free certification symbol in the country and appears on thousands of products.