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How to Say "symptom" in Spanish

The Spanish word forsymptomis signoB1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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nounB1
medical or emotional sign
A small, wispy plume of gray smoke rising visibly from behind a green grassy hill under a bright blue sky, indicating fire.

Examples

La lluvia de esta mañana es un signo de que el verano ha terminado.

This morning's rain is a sign that summer has ended.

No muestra ningún signo de mejora después de la enfermedad.

He doesn't show any sign of improvement after the illness.

Vieron signos de vida antigua en las ruinas.

They saw traces of ancient life in the ruins.

Signo vs. Señal

'Signo' often refers to a physical mark or an abstract indication (like a symptom). 'Señal' usually refers to a definite signal, like a traffic light or a gesture.

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