Spanish word

obesidad

Pronunciation

IPA/oβesiˈðað/

Meaning

  • feminine nounobesity

Example

La obesidad es un problema de salud pública.

Obesity is a public health problem.

Illustration for obesidad (obesity)

More examples

Para reducir la obesidad, es importante hacer ejercicio regularmente.

To reduce obesity, it is important to exercise regularly.

Core concept

Excessive accumulation of body fat.

Common phrases

  • luchar contra la obesidad

    fight obesity

  • tasa de obesidad

    obesity rate

  • obesidad mórbida

    morbid obesity

Similar words

sobrepeso: Body weight that is moderately above recommended or average standards.
peso excesivo: Body weight that exceeds the appropriate or healthy range for height and build.
exceso de grasa: Having more body fat than the body needs for normal function.

Definition in Spanish

La obesidad es la condición caracterizada por una cantidad anormal o excesiva de grasa corporal.

Word origin

The Spanish term derives from Latin obesitas (from obesus 'fat'), ultimately from obedere 'to eat'.

Usage tips

  • Using 'persona con obesidad' or 'tener obesidad' is more neutral than calling someone 'obeso/a', which can sound blunt or stigmatizing.

Opposites

  • delgadezthinnessnoun

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