Spanish word

quirúrgico

Pronunciation

IPA/kiˈɾuɾxiko/

Meaning

  • adjectivesurgical

Example

La clínica tiene un equipo quirúrgico moderno.

The clinic has modern surgical equipment.

Illustration for quirúrgico (surgical)

More examples

Después de la operación quirúrgica, la paciente descansó en la sala de recuperación.

After the surgical procedure, the patient rested in the recovery room.

Core concept

Operating room with surgeon and instruments preparing for a procedure.

Common phrases

  • operación quirúrgica

    surgical procedure

  • equipo quirúrgico

    surgical instruments

Similar words

médico: Relating to medical practice, doctors, and general healthcare.
clínico: Relating to patient diagnosis, treatment, and care in a clinical setting.

Definition in Spanish

Perteneciente a la cirugía o relacionado con los procedimientos, instrumentos y condiciones usados en una operación médica.

Word origin

From Greek χειρουργικός (cheir 'hand' + ergon 'work') via Latin chirurgicalis, originally describing hand-operated medical work and now meaning relating to surgery.

Usage tips

  • Used mainly in medical or formal contexts, and Spanish speakers normally use operación or intervención to refer to an actual surgery rather than quirúrgico alone.

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