aspirina
“aspirina” means “aspirin” in Spanish (a common medication used to reduce pain and fever).
aspirin
Also: painkiller
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Tengo un dolor de cabeza terrible, ¿tienes una aspirina?
A1I have a terrible headache, do you have an aspirin?
El doctor dice que una aspirina al día es buena para el corazón.
A2The doctor says an aspirin a day is good for the heart.
Prefiero las aspirinas efervescentes porque se disuelven en agua.
B1I prefer effervescent aspirins because they dissolve in water.
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Which of these is the correct way to say 'the aspirin'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Derived from the German brand name 'Aspirin.' The 'A' stands for acetyl, and 'spir' comes from 'Spiraea ulmaria,' the plant from which salicylic acid was originally derived.
First recorded: Early 20th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'aspirina' capitalized in Spanish?
No. Unlike some brand names in English, 'aspirina' is treated as a common noun in Spanish and is not capitalized unless it starts a sentence.
Can I use 'aspirina' for any pain reliever?
Technically no, but colloquially many people use it that way. However, if you need something specific like Ibuprofen, it's better to use the specific name: 'ibuprofeno'.
Is 'aspirina' used differently in Spain vs. Mexico?
No, the word and its usage are identical throughout the Spanish-speaking world.