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Lista de Palabras Nivel C1 - Cuerpo Humano

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés sobre el cuerpo humano, como "optical", "anatomy", "pupil", etc. preparadas para estudiantes de C1.

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CEFR C1 Vocabulary
anatomy
anatomy
[Sustantivo]

the branch of science that is concerned with the physical structure of humans, animals, or plants

anatomía

anatomía

Ex: The textbook on anatomy included detailed diagrams of the muscular and skeletal systems. 

El libro de texto sobre anatomía incluía diagramas detallados de los sistemas muscular y esquelético.

optical
optical
[Adjetivo]

relating to sight or vision

óptico

óptico

Ex: The telescope uses optical lenses to magnify distant celestial objects for observation. 

El telescopio utiliza lentes ópticas para ampliar objetos celestes distantes para su observación.

oral
oral
[Adjetivo]

of or relating to the mouth, mouth region, or structures located in the mouth

bucal

bucal

Ex: Oral lesions can indicate systemic disease. 
lens
lens
[Sustantivo]

(anatomy) the clear elastic part of the eye that concentrates light in order for things to be seen clearly

cristalino

cristalino

Ex: The eye surgeon performed a delicate procedure to remove a foreign object lodged behind the lens. 

El cirujano ocular realizó un procedimiento delicado para extraer un objeto extraño alojado detrás del cristalino.

pupil
pupil
[Sustantivo]

(anatomy) the small round black area in the center of the eye, through which light enters

pupila

pupila

Ex: The ophthalmologist observed an abnormality in the size and shape of the patient's pupils. 

El oftalmólogo observó una anomalía en el tamaño y la forma de las pupilas del paciente.

cheekbone
cheekbone
[Sustantivo]

the bone that is just below the eye

pómulo

pómulo

Ex: In some cultures, prominent cheekbones are considered a symbol of beauty and elegance. 

En algunas culturas, los pómulos prominentes se consideran un símbolo de belleza y elegancia.

roof of the mouth

the hard inside surface at the top of the mouth

paladar

paladar

Ex: The speech therapist taught the child how to articulate sounds by touching the tongue to the roof of the mouth. 
jawbone
jawbone
[Sustantivo]

either of the bones that form the jaw, particularly the lower jaw

mandíbula, maxilar

mandíbula, maxilar

Ex: She placed her hand on her swollen jawbone, feeling the tenderness caused by the infected tooth. 

Ella colocó su mano en su hueso de la mandíbula hinchado, sintiendo la sensibilidad causada por el diente infectado.

baby tooth
baby tooth
[Sustantivo]

any of the temporary teeth in young children that falls out and is later replaced with a permanent one

diente de leche

diente de leche

Ex: The preschooler proudly showed off their wobbly baby tooth to their classmates, excited for it to fall out. 

El preescolar mostró con orgullo su diente de leche tambaleante a sus compañeros de clase, emocionado porque se cayera.

limb
limb
[Sustantivo]

an arm or a leg of a person or any four-legged animal, or a wing of any bird

miembro

miembro

Ex: After a day of hiking, her limbs were sore and in need of rest. 

Después de un día de senderismo, sus extremidades estaban adoloridas y necesitaban descanso.

fingertip
fingertip
[Sustantivo]

the area at the end of a finger

punta del dedo, yema del dedo

punta del dedo, yema del dedo

Ex: He found the lost ring hidden beneath the sofa with just a quick brush of his fingertip. 

Encontró el anillo perdido escondido debajo del sofá con solo un rápido roce de su yema del dedo.

fist
fist
[Sustantivo]

the hand with the fingers tightly bent toward the palm

puño

puño

Ex: She pounded her fist on the table, demanding to be heard in the heated argument. 

Ella golpeó la mesa con su puño, exigiendo ser escuchada en la acalorada discusión.

gland
gland
[Sustantivo]

an organ in the body that produces certain chemical substances to be used in the body or to be discharged into the surroundings

glándula

glándula

Ex: He felt a lump near his neck and went to the doctor, who diagnosed it as an enlarged lymph gland. 

Sintió un bulto cerca del cuello y fue al médico, quien lo diagnosticó como una glándula linfática agrandada.

saliva
saliva
[Sustantivo]

the liquid produced in the mouth to make chewing and swallowing easier and to prepare food for digestion

saliva

saliva

Ex: The saliva test provided valuable information about the individual's hormone levels and overall health. 
mucus
mucus
[Sustantivo]

a thick slimy substance produced by mucous membranes, inside the nose or the mouth, to lubricate and protect them

moco

moco

Ex: Allergies can cause the body to produce excess mucus, leading to nasal congestion and post-nasal drip. 
adrenaline
adrenaline
[Sustantivo]

a body hormone produced in case of anger, fear, or excitement that makes the heart beat faster and the body react quicker

adrenalina

adrenalina

Ex: The adrenaline surge during the roller coaster ride left her breathless and exhilarated. 
enzyme
enzyme
[Sustantivo]

a substance that all living organisms produce that brings about a chemical reaction without being altered itself

enzima

enzima

Ex: Industrial processes often utilize enzymes to catalyze chemical reactions and improve efficiency. 
flesh
flesh
[Sustantivo]

the soft parts of the human body

carne

carne

Ex: The surgeon made an incision, cutting through the layers of skin and flesh to reach the underlying muscle. 

El cirujano hizo una incisión, cortando a través de las capas de piel y carne para llegar al músculo subyacente.

torso
torso
[Sustantivo]

the upper part of the human body, excluding the arms and the head

torso

torso

Ex: The forensic pathologist examined the torso to determine the cause of death and identify the victim. 

El patólogo forense examinó el torso para determinar la causa de la muerte e identificar a la víctima.

gut
gut
[Sustantivo]

the lower part of digestive tract responsible for food absorption

intestino

intestino

Ex: The gut microbiome plays a vital role in digestion and overall health by breaking down food and absorbing nutrients. 

El microbioma intestinal desempeña un papel vital en la digestión y la salud general al descomponer los alimentos y absorber los nutrientes.

nipple
nipple
[Sustantivo]

the round dark area on a person's chest, which from female ones babies can drink milk

pezón, tetilla

pezón, tetilla

Ex: The nurse provided guidance on proper breastfeeding techniques, ensuring the baby latched onto the nipple correctly. 

La enfermera brindó orientación sobre las técnicas adecuadas de lactancia materna, asegurando que el bebé se prendiera correctamente al pezón.

navel
navel
[Sustantivo]

the elevated or empty part in the middle of the stomach, made by cutting the umbilical cord just after birth

ombligo

ombligo

Ex: The newborn baby still had its umbilical cord attached to its navel. 

El recién nacido todavía tenía su cordón umbilical unido a su ombligo.

hipbone
hipbone
[Sustantivo]

either of the two bones, on each side of the body, forming a large portion of the pelvis

hueso de la cadera

hueso de la cadera

Ex: He felt a dull ache in his hipbone after the long hike, signaling the need for a rest. 

Sintió un dolor sordo en el hueso de la cadera después de la larga caminata, lo que indicaba la necesidad de descansar.

lap
lap
[Sustantivo]

the upper part of the legs that form a flat surface when one is seated

regazo

regazo

Ex: He placed his laptop computer on his lap, typing away on the keyboard with ease. 
groin
groin
[Sustantivo]

the place where the legs join the front part of the body, including the region of the sex organs

ingle

ingle

Ex: The doctor examined the patient's groin area for signs of swelling or inflammation. 
genitals
genitals
[Sustantivo]

the external sex organs of the body

aparato genital, aparato reproductor

aparato genital, aparato reproductor

Ex: The biology textbook included detailed diagrams illustrating the male and female genitals. 

El libro de texto de biología incluía diagramas detallados que ilustraban los genitales masculinos y femeninos.

ovary
ovary
[Sustantivo]

either of the two organs in women or female animals that produce eggs for reproduction

ovario

ovario

Ex: She experienced sharp pains in her ovaries during her menstrual cycle, indicative of menstrual cramps. 
womb
womb
[Sustantivo]

the part of the body of a woman or female mammal where the baby develops before birth

matriz, útero

matriz, útero

Ex: She felt a sense of awe as she watched the ultrasound images of her baby moving within her womb. 

Ella sintió una sensación de asombro al ver las imágenes de ultrasonido de su bebé moviéndose dentro de su útero.

white blood cell
white blood cell
[Sustantivo]

one of the many cells that protects the body against diseases

glóbulo blanco, leucocito

glóbulo blanco, leucocito

Ex: In response to an infection, the bone marrow produces more white blood cells to combat the invading pathogens. 

En respuesta a una infección, la médula ósea produce más glóbulos blancos para combatir los patógenos invasores.

red blood cell
red blood cell
[Sustantivo]

one of the many cells of red color carrying oxygen in the body

glóbulo rojo

glóbulo rojo

Ex: Anemia occurs when there is a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the bloodstream. 

La anemia ocurre cuando hay una deficiencia de glóbulos rojos o hemoglobina en el torrente sanguíneo.

fiber
fiber
[Sustantivo]

any strand of muscle or nervous tissues

fibra

fibra

Ex: The surgeon carefully stitched together the severed nerve fibers to restore sensation and function to the patient's hand. 
to inhale
to inhale
[Verbo]

to take air or substances into the lungs by breathing in

inhalar

inhalar

Ex: She inhaled deeply, enjoying the fresh mountain air. 

Ella inhaló profundamente, disfrutando del aire fresco de la montaña.

to exhale
to exhale
[Verbo]

to breathe air or smoke out through the mouth or nose

exhalar, espirar

exhalar, espirar

Ex: Exhaling slowly, she tried to calm her nerves before the presentation. 

Exhalando lentamente, intentó calmar sus nervios antes de la presentación.

to secrete
to secrete
[Verbo]

(of a cell, gland, or organ) to produce and release a liquid substance in the body

secretar

secretar

Ex: Sebaceous glands in the skin secrete oils to moisturize and protect the skin. 

Las glándulas sebáceas de la piel secretan aceites para humectar y proteger la piel.

blood clot
blood clot
[Sustantivo]

a thickened or dried mass of blood that if formed in a blood vessel may impede blood circulation

coágulo de sangre, trombo

coágulo de sangre, trombo

Ex: After surgery, it's essential to stay active to prevent blood clots from forming in the legs. 

Después de la cirugía, es esencial mantenerse activo para prevenir la formación de coágulos de sangre en las piernas.

prostate
prostate
[Sustantivo]

a gland in the male body that produces fluid for semen and surrounds the urethra, aiding in urine control

próstata, glándula prostática

próstata, glándula prostática

Ex: The doctor performed a digital rectal examination to assess the size and condition of the patient's prostate. 

El médico realizó un examen rectal digital para evaluar el tamaño y la condición de la próstata del paciente.

liver
liver
[Sustantivo]

a vital organ in the body that cleans the blood of harmful substances

hígado

hígado

Ex: Elevated levels of liver enzymes in blood tests may indicate liver damage or dysfunction, prompting further investigation by healthcare providers. 

Los niveles elevados de enzimas hepáticas en los análisis de sangre pueden indicar daño o disfunción del hígado, lo que lleva a los proveedores de atención médica a realizar más investigaciones.

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