English–Spanish

“autopsy” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/auˈtopsja/

Example

La autopsia confirmó la causa de la muerte.

The autopsy confirmed the cause of death.

Illustration for autopsia (autopsy)

How to say “autopsy” in Spanish

“Autopsy” in Spanish is autopsia.

Medical examination of a corpse to determine the cause of death.

Full entry for autopsia: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with autopsia

En las noticias empezaron a hablar de la autopsia tras el accidente.

On the news they began to talk about the autopsy after the accident.

Tips for using autopsia

  • Frequently presented in formal or passive phrasing, for example 'se practicó una autopsia', because naming the procedure directly can sound blunt.

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