afección
“afección” means “medical condition” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
medical condition
Also: ailment, disorder
📝 In Action
El médico dice que es una afección leve de la garganta.
B1The doctor says it is a mild throat condition.
Esta afección cardiaca requiere un tratamiento constante.
B2This heart condition requires constant treatment.
Las afecciones respiratorias aumentan durante el invierno.
C1Respiratory ailments increase during the winter.
affection
Also: attachment
📝 In Action
Siente una profunda afección por los libros antiguos.
C1He feels a deep affection for old books.
Su afección por la música clásica comenzó en la infancia.
C2Her fondness for classical music began in childhood.
No es solo interés, es una afección verdadera.
C1It is not just interest; it is a true attachment.
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Words that translate to "afección" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: afección
Question 1 of 3
If a doctor says you have an 'afección de la piel', what are they talking about?
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From the Latin 'affectio', which described a state or a change in the body or mind caused by something external.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'afección' the same as 'infección'?
No. An 'infección' (infection) is caused by bacteria or viruses. An 'afección' is a general term for any health condition, which might not be infectious, like a heart condition.
Why does it look like the English word 'affection'?
They share the same Latin root, but their meanings have drifted. While 'affection' in English usually means love, 'afección' in Spanish has become the standard word for medical issues.
Can I use 'afección' for emotional pain?
It is better to use 'pena' or 'sufrimiento'. 'Afección' is almost strictly physical or formal.