Spanish Conversation · Level 40
75 words
Spanish word
antiséptico
Pronunciation
IPA/antiˈseptiko/
Meaning
- masculine nounantiseptic
Example
Limpia la herida y aplica antiséptico.
Clean the wound and apply an antiseptic.
More examples
En viajes llevo toallitas con antiséptico para limpiar las manos rápidamente.
When I travel, I carry antiseptic wipes to quickly clean my hands.
Core concept
A liquid applied to a skin wound to kill or inhibit microbes.
Common phrases
toallitas con antiséptico
antiseptic wipes
tener antiséptico en casa
have antiseptic at home
botiquín con antiséptico
first-aid kit with antiseptic
Similar words
desinfectante: Chemical or liquid used to remove or kill microbes on objects and hard surfaces.
alcohol: Alcohol solution applied to hands or minor wounds to kill microbes and sanitize the skin.
Definition in Spanish
Indica una sustancia que mata o inhibe microbios en la piel para prevenir infecciones.
Word origin
From Greek anti- 'against' and septikos 'putrefying', the word entered Spanish via French and denotes a substance that prevents infection on the skin.
Usage tips
- Spanish commonly uses antiséptico for products applied to people or wounds, while desinfectante refers to cleaning objects or surfaces.
Other meanings
- bactericidenoun
- disinfectantnoun