Spanish word

veterinario

Pronunciation

IPA/beteɾiˈnaɾjo/

Meaning

  • masculine nounvet, veterinarian

Example

¿Puede recomendarme un veterinario?

Can you recommend a vet?

Illustration for veterinario (vet)

More examples

¿Debo consultar con el veterinario antes de cambiar la dieta de mi gato?

Should I consult the vet before changing my cat's diet?

Core concept

Animal-care clinician.

Common phrases

  • consultar con el veterinario

    consult the vet

  • pedir cita con el veterinario

    make an appointment with the vet

  • llamar al veterinario

    call the vet

Similar words

clínica: Place that provides medical exams and treatment for animals.
veterinaria: Woman who practices veterinary medicine and cares for animals.
médico: Doctor for humans who diagnoses and treats medical conditions.

Definition in Spanish

Persona con formación profesional que previene, diagnostica y trata enfermedades en animales y asesora sobre su cuidado.

Word origin

Derived from Latin veterinarius 'of beasts' or 'for livestock', the word narrowed over time to mean a trained medical practitioner for animals.

Usage tips

  • In everyday Spanish veterinaria often means a veterinary clinic as well as a female vet, so 'voy a la veterinaria' usually means 'I'm going to the vet's (clinic)'.

Related words

  • veterinariaveterinaryadjective

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