How to Say "lab coat" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “lab coat” is “bata” — B1 level.
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nounB1
for science or medicine
Examples
Todos los estudiantes deben usar la bata en el laboratorio.
All students must wear the lab coat in the laboratory.
El médico se puso su bata blanca antes de empezar la operación.
The doctor put on his white coat before starting the operation.
Context is Key
When talking about work or school, 'bata' almost always means a protective outer layer, like a lab coat or smock, rather than a soft robe.
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