How to Say "mental asylum" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “mental asylum” is “manicomio” — B1 level.
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nounB1
an old-fashioned term for a psychiatric hospital
Examples
El antiguo manicomio de la ciudad ahora es un centro cultural.
The city's old mental asylum is now a cultural center.
Gender Identification
Even though it is a long word, it ends in '-o,' which makes it masculine. Always use 'el' or 'un' with it.
Modern Sensitivity
Mistake: “Using 'manicomio' in a formal medical report.”
Correction: Use 'hospital psiquiátrico' instead. 'Manicomio' is considered a bit outdated and can sound harsh in professional healthcare settings.
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