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How to Say "biceps" in Spanish

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músculos

nounA1general
Use this general term when referring to muscles in your arms or body in a broad sense, especially when discussing exercise and strengthening.

Examples

Necesitas hacer ejercicio para fortalecer tus músculos.

You need to exercise to strengthen your muscles.

conejos

/koh-NEH-hohs//koˈnexos/

nounB2colloquial
Use this informal term specifically for the biceps, the prominent muscles in the upper arm, often used to compliment someone's physique.
A strong arm flexed to show a prominent biceps muscle.

Examples

¡Mira los conejos que tiene ese gimnasta!

Look at the biceps that gymnast has!

Después de tanto ejercicio, por fin me están saliendo conejos.

After so much exercise, I'm finally getting some biceps.

Why plural?

Usually, people have two arms, so they show off their 'conejos' (biceps) in the plural form.

Context is Key

Mistake: “Using 'conejos' for muscles in a doctor's office.”

Correction: This is slang. Use 'bíceps' or 'músculos' in professional or medical settings.

Choosing between 'músculos' and 'conejos'

The most common mistake is using the informal 'conejos' (biceps) when you mean muscles in general. Remember, 'músculos' is the safe, general term for any muscle, while 'conejos' is specific slang for the upper arm.

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