glándula

GLAN-doo-lah/ˈɡlandula/

“glándula” means “gland” in Spanish (an organ that produces substances in the body).

gland

Also: plant gland

Mi perro tiene una glándula inflamada y necesita ir al veterinario.

My dog has a swollen gland and needs to go to the vet.

La glándula tiroides es muy importante para el crecimiento.

The thyroid gland is very important for growth.

Las glándulas sudoríparas nos ayudan a enfriar el cuerpo cuando sudamos.

Sweat glands help us cool the body when we sweat.

Words that translate to "glándula" in Spanish:

Question 1 of 3

Which of these is the correct way to write the word?

👥 Word Family▼

glandular(glandular (relating to glands)) — Adjective

glanduloso(glandulous (full of glands)) — Adjective

🎵 Rhymes▼

básculacápsulacláusula

📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin 'glandula', which means 'small acorn.' It was named this because many glands in the body are shaped like tiny acorns.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: glandFrench: glandeItalian: ghiandola

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Is 'glándula' only used for human anatomy?

No, it is used for humans, animals, and even in botany to describe parts of plants that secrete substances.

Do I always have to put the accent on the 'á'?

Yes. Without the accent, it's not a valid word in Spanish. It also tells the reader exactly which part of the word to emphasize when speaking.

What is the plural of 'glándula'?

The plural is 'glándulas'. It follows the standard rule of adding an 's' to words ending in a vowel.