pulmonar

pool-mo-NAR/pulmoˈnaɾ/

“pulmonar” means “pulmonary” in Spanish (medical or scientific context).

pulmonary

Also: lung-related

El doctor revisó mi capacidad pulmonar.

The doctor checked my lung capacity.

Fumar causa muchas enfermedades pulmonares.

Smoking causes many lung diseases.

La arteria pulmonar es muy importante para el corazón.

The pulmonary artery is very important for the heart.

Words that translate to "pulmonar" in Spanish:

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Which of these is the correct way to say 'lung health'?

👥 Word Family▼

pulmón(lung) — Noun

pulmonía(pneumonia) — Noun

🎵 Rhymes▼

📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin word 'pulmonarius,' which comes from 'pulmo,' the word for lung.

First recorded: 16th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: pulmonaryFrench: pulmonaireItalian: polmonare

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Does 'pulmonar' mean 'pneumonia'?

No, 'pulmonar' is an adjective meaning 'related to the lungs.' The word for pneumonia is 'pulmonía'.

Is 'pulmonar' a common word?

It is very common in medical clinics, gyms, or when talking about smoking and health, but you won't hear it as often in basic daily greetings.

How do I make 'pulmonar' plural?

Just add -es to the end: 'pulmonares'. For example: 'los problemas pulmonares'.