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How to Say Polyps in Spanish
Pólipos · noun · POH-lee-pohs
The Spanish word for polyps is 'pólipos,' the plural of 'pólipo.' In medical contexts, polyps are abnormal tissue growths that can form on mucous membranes such as the colon, nasal passages, or vocal cords. The term is nearly identical in both languages, making it recognizable in clinical settings.
Pólipos is pronounced POH-lee-pohs. The accent mark on the first 'o' indicates the stress falls on that syllable. It is an esdrújula word with three clearly pronounced syllables.
El doctor encontró pólipos durante la colonoscopía.
The doctor found polyps during the colonoscopy.
Polyps in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for polyps, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| pólipos | polyps | POH-lee-pohs | Default, widely understood |
| pólipo | polyps | singular form |
How Native Speakers Use Pólipos
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
Medical diagnosis
Le detectaron pólipos en el colon durante el examen.
They detected polyps in his colon during the exam.
Receiving results from a medical screening.
Nasal polyps
Los pólipos nasales le causan dificultad para respirar.
The nasal polyps make it hard for her to breathe.
Describing symptoms caused by nasal growths.
Treatment discussion
El cirujano recomendó extirpar los pólipos como medida preventiva.
The surgeon recommended removing the polyps as a preventive measure.
Discussing a surgical plan with a doctor.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Pólipos
Dropping the accent
Incorrect: Le encontraron polipos en la garganta.
Correct: Le encontraron pólipos en la garganta.
The accent mark on 'pólipos' is required because the word is stressed on the third-to-last syllable (esdrújula) in Spanish.
Wrong plural form
Incorrect: Tiene un pólipos en la nariz.
Correct: Tiene un pólipo en la nariz.
When referring to a single growth, use the singular 'pólipo,' not the plural 'pólipos.'
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Common Questions About Polyps in Spanish
- Are pólipos always dangerous?
- Most pólipos are benign, but doctors recommend monitoring and sometimes removing them because certain types, especially in the colon, can develop into cancer over time.
- What is the singular of pólipos?
- The singular form is 'pólipo,' referring to a single growth — for example, 'se le extirpó un pólipo' (one polyp was removed).
- How do you say 'polyp removal' in Spanish?
- Polyp removal is called 'extirpación de pólipos' or 'polipectomía,' with the latter being the formal medical term for the surgical procedure.