feto
“feto” means “fetus” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
fetus
Also: unborn baby
📝 In Action
El feto se mueve mucho hoy.
B1The fetus is moving a lot today.
El médico examinó al feto con una ecografía.
B1The doctor examined the fetus with an ultrasound.
Durante esta etapa, el feto desarrolla sus órganos.
B2During this stage, the fetus develops its organs.
ugly person
Also: sight
📝 In Action
Ese chico es un feto, pero es muy gracioso.
C1That guy is really ugly, but he's very funny.
¡Qué feto eres con ese peinado!
C1You look like a mess with that hairstyle!
Translate to Spanish
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: feto
Question 1 of 3
If a doctor says 'El feto está sano,' what are they talking about?
📚 More Resources
👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'fetus,' meaning 'offspring,' 'bringing forth,' or 'the act of bearing young.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
💡 Master Spanish
Take your Spanish to the next level. Read 200+ illustrated and narrated Spanish stories tailored to your level with the Inklingo app!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'feto' the same as 'bebé'?
Not exactly. 'Feto' is a biological term for an unborn baby after the 8th week. 'Bebé' is the general, affectionate term for a baby both before and after birth.
Can I use 'feto' for animals?
Yes, it is used scientifically to describe the developing offspring of any mammal in the womb.
Why is 'feto' used as an insult?
Like many biological terms (like 'animal' or 'bestia'), it is used metaphorically to suggest someone is unformed or unpleasant to look at.