English–Spanish
“constipation” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/estɾeɲiˈmjento/
Example
Tengo estreñimiento desde ayer.
I have had constipation since yesterday.
How to say “constipation” in Spanish
“Constipation” in Spanish is estreñimiento.
Scarce, hard-to-pass bowel movements.
Example sentences with estreñimiento
El médico recomendó fibra y agua para aliviar el estreñimiento.
The doctor recommended fiber and water to relieve constipation.
Tips for using estreñimiento
- In everyday speech speakers often avoid the clinical noun and instead use indirect phrases such as no he ido al baño or me cuesta evacuar.