Inklingo

testículo

tes-TEE-koo-loh/tesˈtikulo/

testículo means testicle in Spanish (Anatomy).

testicle

Also: gonad
NounmB1
A simple anatomical illustration showing a pair of oval shapes within a protective sac, representing the male reproductive organ.

📝 In Action

El médico explicó que el testículo está sano.

B1

The doctor explained that the testicle is healthy.

Es importante realizarse un autoexamen de testículo cada mes.

B2

It is important to perform a testicle self-exam every month.

Los testículos son responsables de producir testosterona.

B1

The testicles are responsible for producing testosterone.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • gónada (gonad)

Common Collocations

  • cáncer de testículotesticular cancer
  • dolor de testículotesticle pain
  • bolsa de los testículosscrotum (literally: bag of the testicles)

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "testículo" in Spanish:

gonad

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: testículo

Question 1 of 3

Which of these is the most appropriate word to use when talking to a doctor?

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👥 Word Family
testicular(testicular)Adjective
testosterona(testosterone)Noun
🎵 Rhymes
artículovehículoridículo
📚 Etymology

From the Latin word 'testiculus', which is a small version of the word 'testis' (witness). In ancient times, it was jokingly thought to 'witness' a person's virility.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: testicleFrench: testicule

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'testículo' a bad word in Spanish?

No, it is not a bad word. It is the medical and scientific name for a body part. However, like in English, it is a private topic and usually only discussed in medical or educational settings.

What is the slang version of this word?

The most common slang word is 'huevos' (which literally means 'eggs'). Be careful, as this can be vulgar or very informal.

Does it have a feminine form?

No, 'testículo' is always masculine, regardless of who you are talking about.