Spanish Conversation · Level 141
43 words
Spanish word
circulatorio
Pronunciation
IPA/θiɾkulaˈtoɾjo/
Meaning
- adjectivecirculatory
Example
El sistema circulatorio está compuesto por el corazón y los vasos sanguíneos.
The circulatory system consists of the heart and blood vessels.
More examples
Durante el ejercicio, el sistema circulatorio trabaja con más intensidad.
During exercise, the circulatory system works more intensely.
Core concept
An adjective relating to the body's organs that circulate blood, especially heart and blood vessels.
Common phrases
sistema circulatorio
circulatory system
trastorno circulatorio
circulatory disorder
Similar words
cardiovascular: Relating to the heart and blood vessels as a combined functional system.
cardíaco: Relating specifically to the heart, its structure or function.
vascular: Relating specifically to blood vessels and their condition.
Definition in Spanish
Indica relación con el sistema que hace circular la sangre, como el corazón y los vasos sanguíneos.
Word origin
Formed from circulación (from Latin circulatio 'a going around' derives from circulus 'ring') with the Spanish suffix -ario that turns the noun into an adjective meaning 'relating to the circulation'.
Usage tips
- As with most Spanish adjectives, circulatorio typically follows the noun (sistema circulatorio) rather than preceding it as in English.
Related words
- circulacióncirculationnoun
- circularcirculateverb