orina
/oh-REE-nah/
urine
The noun orina means urine, a bodily fluid.
📝 In Action
El laboratorio necesita una muestra de orina para hacer el análisis.
A2The lab needs a urine sample to do the analysis.
La orina de color oscuro puede ser señal de deshidratación.
B1Dark-colored urine can be a sign of dehydration.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Check
Even though 'orina' ends in 'a', which usually signals a feminine noun, always remember the article is 'la' (la orina).
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal vs. Informal
'Orina' is the proper, medical term. For informal talk with children or friends, you might hear 'pis' (pee).
The verb form orina means 'he/she/it urinates'.
orina(verb)
he/she/it urinates
?Present tense, 3rd person singular
,you urinate
?Present tense, formal 'usted' form
📝 In Action
Mi perro orina en el jardín cada mañana.
B1My dog urinates in the garden every morning.
Ella siente que orina con más frecuencia de lo normal.
B2She feels like she urinates more frequently than normal.
Usted orina demasiado, ¿está bebiendo suficiente agua?
B1You are urinating too much, are you drinking enough water?
💡 Grammar Points
Regular -AR Verb
'Orinar' follows the standard pattern for verbs ending in -ar. Once you learn the pattern for one, you know them all!
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: orina
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'orina' as a noun (the substance)?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'orina' and 'pis'?
'Orina' is the standard, formal, or medical term for urine. 'Pis' is the informal, childish, or slang word for 'pee.' Use 'orina' in formal settings, but 'pis' is fine among close friends or family.