Spanish Conversation · Level 35
75 words
Spanish word
convalecencia
Pronunciation
IPA/kombaleˈθenθja/
Meaning
- feminine nounrecovery
Example
Está en convalecencia después de la operación.
He is in recovery after the operation.
More examples
Necesita reposo y convalecencia antes de reincorporarse.
He needs rest and recovery before returning to work.
Core concept
A defined convalescent period of rest and care following an illness or surgery.
Common phrases
estar en convalecencia
be in convalescence
reposo y convalecencia
rest and recovery
volver al trabajo tras la convalecencia
return to work after recovery
Similar words
recuperación: Involves regaining health and strength over time after sickness or injury.
reposo: Involves resting and keeping physically inactive to let the body heal.
rehabilitación: Involves structured therapy and exercises to restore physical function after damage.
mejoría: Shows a clear improvement in symptoms or overall medical condition.
Definition in Spanish
Tiempo de reposo y cuidados para recuperar la salud de forma gradual después de una enfermedad o cirugía.
Word origin
From Latin convalescere 'to grow strong' through medieval Latin convalescentia into the Spanish noun convalecencia, used for the time of recovery.
Usage tips
- Denotes the period of care rather than an immediate improvement, so it fits descriptions of days or weeks after discharge rather than a sudden change.
Other meanings
- recuperationnoun
- convalescencenoun
Opposites
- saludhealthnoun
Related words
- convalecerconvalesceverb
- convalecienteconvalescentadjective