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orgasmo

or-GAHS-moh/oɾˈɡasmo/

“orgasmo” means “orgasm” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:

orgasm

Also: climax
NounmB1
A bright explosion of colorful fireworks against a deep blue night sky, symbolizing a peak physical sensation.

📝 In Action

Ella nunca ha tenido un orgasmo.

B1

She has never had an orgasm.

Es importante hablar sobre el orgasmo femenino sin tabúes.

B2

It is important to talk about the female orgasm without taboos.

El orgasmo es una respuesta física natural del cuerpo.

B1

The orgasm is a natural physical response of the body.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • clímax (climax)
  • acmé (peak (medical term))

Antonyms

  • anorgasmia (inability to reach orgasm)

Common Collocations

  • tener un orgasmo – to have an orgasm
  • fingir un orgasmo – to fake an orgasm
  • llegar al orgasmo – to reach orgasm

pure bliss

Also: sensory overload
NounmC1informal
A happy person sitting on a soft cloud eating a giant, delicious strawberry, representing pure bliss.

📝 In Action

Este pastel de chocolate es un orgasmo para el paladar.

C1

This chocolate cake is pure bliss for the palate.

Escuchar esa sinfonía fue casi un orgasmo auditivo.

C2

Listening to 그 symphony was almost an auditory rush of pleasure.

La película es un orgasmo visual de colores.

C1

The movie is a visual feast of colors.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Common Collocations

  • orgasmo visual – visual feast
  • orgasmo gastronómico – gastronomic bliss

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "orgasmo" in Spanish:

climax→orgasm→pure bliss→sensory overload→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: orgasmo

Question 1 of 3

How do you say 'to reach an orgasm' in Spanish?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
orgásmico(orgasmic) — Adjective
anorgasmia(inability to reach orgasm) — Noun
multiorgásmico(multiorgasmic) — Adjective
🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼

From the Greek 'orgasmos', which comes from 'organ' meaning 'to swell' or 'be excited'. It passed through Latin as 'orgasmus' before entering Spanish.

First recorded: 18th century (medical texts)

Cognates (Related words)

English: orgasmFrench: orgasmeItalian: orgasmo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'orgasmo' a 'bad' word in Spanish?

No, it is a normal biological and medical term. However, because it is an intimate topic, it should be used in appropriate contexts.

Do I use 'tener' or 'hacer' with this word?

Always use 'tener' (to have). Saying 'hacer un orgasmo' is a common mistake for English speakers; it sounds like you are 'manufacturing' it.

Can I use this word to describe food?

Yes, but it's very informal and dramatic. For example, 'Este chocolate es un orgasmo' means the chocolate is incredibly delicious.