abdominal
“abdominal” means “abdominal” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
abdominal
Also: stomach
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Tengo un dolor abdominal muy fuerte.
A2I have a very strong abdominal pain.
El médico me hizo una exploración abdominal.
B1The doctor did an abdominal examination.
Debes relajar la pared abdominal mientras respiras.
B2You should relax the abdominal wall while breathing.
sit-up
Also: ab, crunch
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Hago cien abdominales todas las mañanas.
A2I do a hundred sit-ups every morning.
Me duelen los abdominales después del gimnasio.
B1My abs hurt after the gym.
Este ejercicio sirve para marcar el abdominal inferior.
B2This exercise is used to define the lower abs.
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From the Latin word 'abdominalis', which comes from 'abdomen' (the belly). It has been used in Spanish since the 18th century to describe things related to the stomach area.
First recorded: 18th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'abdominal' masculine or feminine?
As an adjective, it works for both (un dolor abdominal / una zona abdominal). As a noun for the exercise, it is masculine: 'el abdominal' (though usually plural: 'los abdominales').
What is the difference between 'abdomen' and 'abdominal'?
'Abdomen' is the noun for the body part (the belly area), while 'abdominal' is usually an adjective describing something in that area or the name of the exercise.
Can I use 'abdominal' to describe a stomach ache from hunger?
Technically yes, but it sounds very clinical. It is more natural to say 'tengo hambre' or 'me ruge la tripa' (my stomach is growling).