Spanish vocabulary · Intermediate
How to Say Psoriasis in Spanish: Psoriasis
Psoriasis · noun · soh-RYAH-sees
"Psoriasis" is spelled identically in English and Spanish. It is a feminine noun in Spanish (la psoriasis) that refers to a chronic autoimmune skin condition causing red, scaly patches. The initial "p" is typically silent in Spanish pronunciation.
soh-RYAH-sees
El dermatólogo le diagnosticó psoriasis.
The dermatologist diagnosed him with psoriasis.
Psoriasis in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for psoriasis, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| psoriasis | psoriasis | soh-RYAH-sees | Default, widely understood |
| soriasis | psoriasis | informal spoken variant without initial p |
How Native Speakers Use Psoriasis
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
Doctor visit
La psoriasis puede afectar la piel, las uñas y las articulaciones.
Psoriasis can affect the skin, nails, and joints.
In medical consultations, psoriasis is used exactly as in English, preceded by the feminine article la.
Describing symptoms
Las placas rojas en los codos pueden ser un signo de psoriasis.
Red patches on the elbows can be a sign of psoriasis.
When describing symptoms to a healthcare professional, using the term psoriasis ensures clarity.
Treatment discussion
Existen varios tratamientos para controlar la psoriasis crónica.
There are several treatments to manage chronic psoriasis.
Discussing treatment plans with doctors or pharmacists, the word remains unchanged from English.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Psoriasis
Using masculine article
Incorrect: El psoriasis es una enfermedad de la piel.
Correct: La psoriasis es una enfermedad de la piel.
"Psoriasis" is feminine in Spanish, so it takes the article "la," not "el." Most medical conditions ending in -is are feminine.
Pronouncing the initial p
Incorrect: Tengo p-soriasis. (pronouncing the p)
Correct: Tengo soriasis. (silent p)
In Spanish, the initial "p" before "s" in words of Greek origin is silent. The word is pronounced as if it begins with "s."
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Common Questions About Psoriasis in Spanish
- Is psoriasis spelled differently in Spanish?
- The spelling is identical in both languages: p-s-o-r-i-a-s-i-s. The only difference is pronunciation — Spanish speakers typically drop the initial "p" sound and stress the second-to-last syllable.
- How do I say skin condition in Spanish?
- The general phrase is "afección cutánea" or "enfermedad de la piel." For example, "La psoriasis es una enfermedad crónica de la piel" means "Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease."
- What other dermatology terms should I know in Spanish?
- Useful terms include "erupción" (rash), "picazón" or "comezón" (itching), "enrojecimiento" (redness), "descamación" (flaking or scaling), and "dermatólogo" (dermatologist).