esteroide
“esteroide” means “steroid” in Spanish (medical or biological substance).
steroid
Also: performance-enhancing drug
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El médico me recetó una crema con un esteroide para la picazón.
B1The doctor prescribed a cream with a steroid for the itching.
Muchos deportistas han tenido problemas por el uso de esteroides.
B1Many athletes have had problems because of steroid use.
Los esteroides son sustancias que el cuerpo produce de forma natural.
B2Steroids are substances that the body produces naturally.
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From the Greek word 'stereos' (meaning solid) and 'eidos' (meaning form or shape). It was named this way because of its chemical structure.
First recorded: 20th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'esteroide' a bad word?
Not at all! While it is often discussed in sports scandals, it is also a very common medical term for anti-inflammatory medications used by doctors every day.
Does 'esteroide' mean the same thing as in English?
Yes, it is a 'cognate,' which means it looks similar and has the same meaning in both English and Spanish.
How do I pronounce the 'oy' sound in 'esteroide'?
It sounds just like the 'oy' in the English word 'boy'. Es-te-ROY-de.