colesterol

ko-les-teh-ROL/koles-teˈɾol/

“colesterol” means “cholesterol” in Spanish (the fatty substance found in the body and certain foods).

cholesterol

Tengo que bajar mi colesterol.

I have to lower my cholesterol.

El huevo tiene mucho colesterol, pero es saludable.

Eggs have a lot of cholesterol, but they are healthy.

Mi abuelo toma pastillas para controlar el nivel de colesterol.

My grandfather takes pills to control his cholesterol level.

Words that translate to "colesterol" in Spanish:

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Which article is correct for the word 'colesterol'?

👥 Word Family▼

colesterolemia(cholesterol level in the blood) — Noun

anticolesterol(anti-cholesterol) — Adjective

🎵 Rhymes▼

📚 Etymology▼

From Greek 'chole' (meaning bile) and 'stereos' (meaning solid), because it was first identified in solid form in gallstones.

First recorded: 19th century (scientific context)

Cognates (Related words)

English: cholesterolFrench: cholestérolItalian: colesterolo

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Is 'colesterol' used the same way as in English?

Yes, it functions exactly the same way. It refers to both the substance in your body and the substance in food.

How do I ask a doctor about my cholesterol levels?

You can ask, '¿Cómo están mis niveles de colesterol?' (How are my cholesterol levels?)

What is 'colesterol bueno'?

It is the direct translation of 'good cholesterol,' referring to HDL.