tuberculosis
“tuberculosis” means “tuberculosis” in Spanish (medical condition).
tuberculosis
Also: TB, consumption
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Mi bisabuelo se recuperó de la tuberculosis en un sanatorio.
A2My great-grandfather recovered from tuberculosis in a sanatorium.
Es obligatorio vacunarse contra la tuberculosis en algunos países.
B1It is mandatory to be vaccinated against tuberculosis in some countries.
La tuberculosis pulmonar es la forma más común de esta enfermedad.
B2Pulmonary tuberculosis is the most common form of this disease.
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From the Latin word 'tuberculum', which means a 'small swelling or bump', combined with the Greek ending '-osis' which indicates a disease or condition.
First recorded: 19th century (in its modern medical form)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'tuberculosis' plural because it ends in 's'?
No, it is singular. The 's' is part of the '-sis' ending common in Greek-rooted medical words like 'crisis' or 'analysis'.
Do people use an abbreviation like 'TB' in Spanish?
In very formal medical writing, you might see 'TBC', but in daily life and conversation, everyone says the full word 'tuberculosis'.
Is the word different in Latin America and Spain?
No, the word is the same and is understood perfectly in all Spanish-speaking countries.