How to Say "hygienic" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “hygienic” is “higiénico” — use 'higiénico' when referring to practices, conditions, or objects that promote health and prevent disease through cleanliness, especially in a medical or domestic context.
Use 'higiénico' when referring to practices, conditions, or objects that promote health and prevent disease through cleanliness, especially in a medical or domestic context.
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Use 'sano' when 'hygienic' implies being healthy, wholesome, or good for your well-being, often in the context of food, lifestyle, or a generally healthy environment.
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Examples
Es importante mantener hábitos higiénicos en la cocina.
It is important to maintain hygienic habits in the kitchen.
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Comer una dieta sana es esencial para vivir mucho tiempo.
Eating a wholesome/healthy diet is essential for living a long time.
Este lugar es muy sano; tiene aire fresco y mucha luz.
This place is very healthy; it has fresh air and lots of light.
Sano vs. Saludable
'Sano' describes the state of being healthy (a person, or a clean environment). 'Saludable' describes something that causes health (a habit, a diet, a food item). They are often interchangeable when talking about food, but 'sano' is more direct.
Don't confuse 'higiénico' with 'sano' for diet
Learners often incorrectly use 'higiénico' when talking about a healthy diet. Remember that 'sano' is the correct word for a diet that is good for your health, while 'higiénico' specifically refers to cleanliness and disease prevention.
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