How to Say "to lacerate" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to lacerate” is “desgarrar” — B1 level.
English → SpanishB1
verbB1
medical or physical injury
Examples
Ten cuidado con el clavo, puedes desgarrar tu chaqueta.
Be careful with the nail, you might tear your jacket.
El perro desgarró el sofá con sus uñas.
The dog ripped the sofa with its claws.
El atleta se desgarró un músculo durante la carrera.
The athlete tore a muscle during the race.
Using the 'Self' form
When talking about an injury to your own body, use the reflexive form 'desgarrarse' (e.g., 'Me desgarré el brazo').
Desgarrar vs. Romper
Mistake: “Usar 'romper' para un músculo.”
Correction: Use 'desgarrar' for fibers like fabric or muscles, and 'romper' for hard objects like glass or bones.
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