clínico
“clínico” means “clinical” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
clinical
Also: medical, cold/detached
📝 In Action
Los científicos están realizando un ensayo clínico para la nueva vacuna.
B2The scientists are conducting a clinical trial for the new vaccine.
El médico revisó mi historial clínico antes de la cita.
B1The doctor reviewed my medical history before the appointment.
Ella analizó la situación con un desapego clínico.
C1She analyzed the situation with clinical detachment.
clinician
Also: internist
📝 In Action
Es un clínico excelente que escucha a todos sus pacientes.
B2He is an excellent clinician who listens to all his patients.
Varios clínicos colaboraron en el diagnóstico del caso difícil.
C1Several clinicians collaborated on the diagnosis of the difficult case.
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Quick Quiz: clínico
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If you want to say 'medical record' in Spanish, which phrase is correct?
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From the Greek word 'klinikos,' which means 'pertaining to a bed.' It originally described doctors who visited patients while they were in bed.
First recorded: 18th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'clínica' and 'clínico'?
'Clínica' usually refers to the building (a clinic) or the feminine form of the adjective. 'Clínico' refers to the masculine form of the adjective or a male clinician.
Can 'clínico' be used to describe a person's personality?
Yes, if you describe someone's behavior as 'clínico,' it implies they are very analytical, cold, or detached, much like a medical report.
Is 'un clínico' a specific type of doctor?
In many Spanish-speaking countries, especially in South America, 'un médico clínico' refers specifically to an Internal Medicine specialist or a General Practitioner.