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inflamación

een-fla-ma-SYON/iɱflamaˈsjon/

“inflamación” means “inflammation” in Spanish (medical or physical response).

inflammation

Also: swelling, ignition
NounfB1
A close-up illustration of a swollen, red knee joint compared to a healthy one.

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Tengo mucha inflamación en el tobillo después de la caída.

A2

I have a lot of swelling in my ankle after the fall.

El médico me dio una pastilla para reducir la inflamación.

B1

The doctor gave me a pill to reduce the inflammation.

La inflamación crónica puede ser difícil de detectar.

B2

Chronic inflammation can be difficult to detect.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • hinchazón (swelling)
  • edema (edema (medical swelling))

Antonyms

  • desinflamación (reduction of swelling)

Common Collocations

  • bajar la inflamación – to reduce swelling
  • punto de inflamación – flash point / ignition point
  • inflamación de garganta – sore throat / throat inflammation

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Words that translate to "inflamación" in Spanish:

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✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: inflamación

Question 1 of 3

Which of these is the correct way to say 'the inflammation'?

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👥 Word Family▼
inflamar(to inflame / to set on fire) — Verb
inflamado(inflamed / swollen) — Adjective
antiinflamatorio(anti-inflammatory) — Noun
inflamable(flammable) — Adjective
🎵 Rhymes▼
cancióncorazónreacción
📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin 'inflammatio,' which literally means 'a setting on fire.' It was used to describe the heat and redness of a physical injury.

First recorded: 13th Century

Cognates (Related words)

English: inflammationFrench: inflammationPortuguese: inflamação

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'inflamación' only used for medical things?

Mostly, yes. However, in technical or scientific settings, it can also refer to the act of something catching fire (ignition).

What is the difference between 'inflamación' and 'hinchazón'?

'Inflamación' is more technical/medical (like what happens inside the body), while 'hinchazón' usually describes the physical, visible bump or puffiness.

How do I say 'anti-inflammatory'?

The word is 'antiinflamatorio.' It's a long one, but very useful at the pharmacy!