Spanish word

colágeno

Pronunciation

IPA/koˈlaxeno/

Meaning

  • masculine nouncollagen

Example

Esta crema contiene colágeno.

This cream contains collagen.

Illustration for colágeno (collagen)

More examples

Con la edad hay pérdida de colágeno en la piel.

With age there is a loss of collagen in the skin.

Core concept

Structural protein forming connective tissue in skin, bones, and tendons.

Common phrases

  • nivel de colágeno

    level of collagen

  • pérdida de colágeno

    loss of collagen

  • fuente de colágeno

    source of collagen

Similar words

proteína: Major nutrient used to build and repair body tissues and muscles.
piel: Soft outer tissue covering and protecting the body's surface.
gelatina: Jelly-like food made by boiling animal protein and letting it set when chilled.
cartílago: Flexible connective tissue at joints and in the nose that cushions and supports movement.

Definition in Spanish

Proteína estructural presente en la piel, los huesos y los tendones; también aparece como ingrediente en cosmética y suplementos.

Word origin

From French collagène, tracing back to Greek kolla 'glue' and the suffix -genēs 'that produces', reflecting its glue-like role in holding tissues together.

Usage tips

  • Colágeno is frequently used in marketing; asking if someone means a cream, a supplement, or the body's collagen makes the meaning clear.

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