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diarrea

dee-ah-RREH-ah/djaˈrea/

“diarrea” means “diarrhea” in Spanish (medical condition).

diarrhea

Also: loose stools, upset stomach
NounfA2
General
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Tengo una diarrea terrible desde ayer.

A1

I've had terrible diarrhea since yesterday.

El médico dice que la diarrea es un síntoma de una infección.

A2

The doctor says that diarrhea is a symptom of an infection.

Si la diarrea persiste por más de tres días, debes ir al hospital.

B1

If the diarrhea lasts for more than three days, you should go to the hospital.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • descomposición (upset stomach / diarrhea)
  • soltura (looseness (informal/polite))

Antonyms

  • estreñimiento (constipation)

Common Collocations

  • tener diarrea – to have diarrhea
  • diarrea crónica – chronic diarrhea
  • ataque de diarrea – bout of diarrhea

Idioms & Expressions

  • diarrea mental – talking a lot without saying anything of value; rambling pointlessly

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "diarrea" in Spanish:

diarrhea→loose stools→upset stomach→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: diarrea

Question 1 of 3

Which of these is the correct way to say 'I have diarrhea'?

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👥 Word Family▼
diarreico(related to diarrhea) — Adjective
antidiarreico(anti-diarrheal medicine) — Noun
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📚 Etymology▼

From the Greek word 'diarrhoia,' which combines 'dia' (through) and 'rhein' (to flow). It literally means 'a flowing through.'

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: diarrheaFrench: diarrhéePortuguese: diarreia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'diarrea' a rude word?

It's not a swear word, but it is a graphic medical term. In casual conversation during a meal, it's better to use more discreet phrases like 'me duele el estómago'.

Why does it have two R's?

In Spanish, the letter 'r' between vowels makes a soft sound. To get that strong, vibrating 'RR' sound, you need to double the letter.

Is it masculine or feminine?

It is feminine (la diarrea) because it ends in 'a'.