trasplante
“trasplante” means “transplant” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
transplant
Also: graft
📝 In Action
El trasplante de riñón salvó la vida del paciente.
B2The kidney transplant saved the patient's life.
Muchos pacientes están en lista de espera para un trasplante.
B2Many patients are on a waiting list for a transplant.
El hospital es líder en trasplantes de corazón.
C1The hospital is a leader in heart transplants.
repotting
Also: transplanting
📝 In Action
La primavera es el mejor momento para el trasplante de estas flores.
B1Spring is the best time for transplanting these flowers.
Ten cuidado con las raíces durante el trasplante.
B1Be careful with the roots during the transplanting.
Compré tierra nueva para el trasplante de mis cactus.
B2I bought new soil for the repotting of my cacti.
Translate to Spanish
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: trasplante
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is the most common and preferred spelling in Spanish?
📚 More Resources
👥 Word Family▼
🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin prefix 'trans-' meaning 'across' or 'beyond', and 'plantare' meaning 'to plant'. It literally describes the act of moving a plant from one place to another.
First recorded: 16th century
Cognates (Related words)
💡 Master Spanish
Take your Spanish to the next level. Read 200+ illustrated and narrated Spanish stories tailored to your level with the Inklingo app!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'transplante' with an 'N' wrong?
No, it is not wrong. Both 'trasplante' and 'transplante' are accepted, but the version without the 'N' (trasplante) is the standard and most commonly used today.
How do I say 'heart transplant'?
You say 'trasplante de corazón'.
Can I use 'trasplante' for moving people?
Yes, figuratively. You can use it to describe moving a population or a cultural element from one place to another, though it is more formal.