VIH
“VIH” means “HIV” in Spanish (Human Immunodeficiency Virus).
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El médico me pidió una prueba del VIH.
A2The doctor asked me for an HIV test.
Hoy en día, existen muchos tratamientos para el VIH.
B1Nowadays, there are many treatments for HIV.
La prevención del VIH es fundamental para la salud pública.
B2HIV prevention is essential for public health.
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Which article should you use with VIH?
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An abbreviation of 'Virus de Inmunodeficiencia Humana.' It is a direct translation of the English 'HIV.'
First recorded: 1980s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is VIH capitalized?
Yes, as an acronym, it is written in all capital letters in Spanish.
How do I say 'HIV positive' in Spanish?
The most common way is to use the word 'seropositivo' or 'seropositiva'.
Do I need to say 'el' before VIH every time?
Usually, yes. When talking about the virus in a general sense (e.g., 'HIV is dangerous'), Spanish requires the article: 'El VIH es peligroso'.