dr
/dok-TOR/ (The way the title is spoken)
📝 In Action
La Dra. Ramírez me atendió muy bien en la clínica.
A1Dr. Ramírez took very good care of me at the clinic.
Necesito la receta firmada por el Dr. García.
A1I need the prescription signed by Dr. García.
El Dr. Soto es experto en literatura medieval.
B1Dr. Soto is an expert in medieval literature.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Capitalize and Use a Period
Even though you see the lowercase 'dr' sometimes, the correct written abbreviation is always capitalized and followed by a period: 'Dr.' (for male) and 'Dra.' (for female).
Pronouncing the Title
When you see 'Dr.' written down, you must say the full word 'Doctor' or 'Doctora' when speaking aloud.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using the Abbreviation When Speaking
Mistake: "Hablé con el 'dr' Pérez."
Correction: Hablé con el 'Doctor' Pérez. The abbreviation is only for writing, not speaking.
⭐ Usage Tips
Know the Gender
Always check the gender of the person you are referring to. Use 'Dr.' for men and 'Dra.' for women. This is a sign of respect.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: dr
Question 1 of 1
If you are writing an email to a female physician named Ana Sánchez, how should you address her?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I use 'Dr.' for all medical professionals?
No. 'Dr.' (Doctor/Doctora) is specifically for physicians or those with a Ph.D. Nurses and other medical staff have different titles (like 'Enfermero/a' for nurse).
Why is the abbreviation 'dr' often used without capitalization in informal text?
While 'Dr.' (capitalized and with a period) is the formal and correct way to write the abbreviation, in casual digital communication (like texting), people often drop the capitalization and the period for speed, resulting in 'dr'.