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“thermometer” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/teɾˈmometɾo/

Example

El termómetro marca 20 grados.

The thermometer shows 20 degrees.

Illustration for termómetro (thermometer)

How to say “thermometer” in Spanish

“Thermometer” in Spanish is termómetro.

Instrument with a numbered scale for reading body, air, or liquid temperature in degrees.

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

Example sentences with termómetro

Pon el termómetro en la axila para medir la fiebre.

Put the fever thermometer in the armpit to check for a fever.

Tips for using termómetro

  • To avoid ambiguity, specify clínico, ambiental or meteorológico when referring to a medical, household, or weather thermometer.

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