embarazada
“embarazada” means “pregnant” in Spanish (describing a woman).
pregnant, expecting
Also: with child
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Mi hermana está embarazada de su primer hijo.
A1My sister is pregnant with her first child.
Vimos a una mujer muy embarazada en la parada del autobús.
A2We saw a very pregnant woman at the bus stop.
Ella acaba de anunciar que está embarazada.
A1She just announced that she is expecting.
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If you hear someone say, 'Mi tía está embarazada,' what are they talking about?
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The word comes from the older Spanish verb 'embarazar,' which meant 'to hinder,' 'to obstruct,' or 'to block.' Historically, being pregnant was viewed as a physical hindrance or burden. Although its meaning today is only related to pregnancy, this root is why it sounds similar to the English 'embarrassed,' which also comes from an old root meaning 'to put in difficulty.'
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'embarazada' ever mean 'embarrassed'?
No, never! This is the most common mistake English speakers make. 'Embarazada' always means 'pregnant' or 'expecting a baby.' If you want to say 'embarrassed,' you should use the Spanish word 'avergonzada' or the phrase 'tener vergüenza'.
Why is 'embarazada' always feminine?
Since the condition of being pregnant is exclusive to females, the word is strictly feminine, regardless of whether you are using it as an adjective or a noun.