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Syringe in Spanish: Jeringa
Jeringa · noun · heh-REEN-gah
The English word 'syringe' translates to 'jeringa' in Spanish. It refers to the medical device used to inject or withdraw fluids from the body. In Spain, the diminutive form 'jeringuilla' is commonly used, while in Venezuela you may hear 'inyectadora.'
heh-REEN-gah
La enfermera preparó la jeringa para la vacuna.
The nurse prepared the syringe for the vaccine.
Syringe in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for syringe, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| jeringa | syringe | heh-REEN-gah | Default, widely understood |
| jeringuilla | syringe | Spain | |
| inyectadora | syringe | Venezuela |
How Native Speakers Use Jeringa
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
At the clinic
El doctor usó una jeringa desechable para extraer sangre.
The doctor used a disposable syringe to draw blood.
Standard medical vocabulary during a routine blood draw.
Pharmacy purchase
Necesito comprar jeringas de insulina en la farmacia.
I need to buy insulin syringes at the pharmacy.
Requesting specific medical supplies at a pharmacy counter.
Veterinary care
El veterinario llenó la jeringa con el medicamento para el perro.
The veterinarian filled the syringe with the medication for the dog.
Medical terminology extends to animal care as well.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Jeringa
Misspelling
Incorrect: La geringa está en la mesa.
Correct: La jeringa está en la mesa.
'Jeringa' is spelled with a 'j' in Spanish, not a 'g.' While both letters can produce a similar sound, the correct spelling always uses 'j.'
Wrong article
Incorrect: El jeringa es nuevo.
Correct: La jeringa es nueva.
'Jeringa' is a feminine noun, so it requires the feminine article 'la' and the adjective must agree in gender: 'nueva,' not 'nuevo.'
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Common Questions About Syringe in Spanish
- How do you say 'syringe' in Spanish?
- The word is 'jeringa,' pronounced heh-REEN-gah, and it is understood across all Spanish-speaking countries. In Spain specifically, people often say 'jeringuilla,' which is a diminutive form.
- What is the difference between 'jeringa' and 'jeringuilla'?
- Both refer to a syringe, but 'jeringuilla' is a diminutive more commonly used in Spain to refer to smaller medical syringes. In Latin America, 'jeringa' is the standard term regardless of the syringe size.
- Is 'jeringa' feminine or masculine?
- 'Jeringa' is a feminine noun, so you should pair it with feminine articles and adjectives. For example, you would say 'la jeringa pequeña' (the small syringe), not 'el jeringa pequeño.'