Kilo Lingo

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masculine

/aβˈdomen/

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Translation

abdomen, belly

Word origin

From Latin abdomen ('belly'), of uncertain origin, sometimes linked to abdere ('to hide, to conceal'). English borrowed the same Latin word as 'abdomen'.

Origin
Latin
Root
abdomen
English cognates
abdomen

Grammar

Gendermasculine
Pluralabdomenes

Examples

.

I feel a sharp pain in my abdomen.

.

The doctor examined his abdomen carefully.

ejercicios fortalecen músculos .

These exercises strengthen the abdominal muscles.

avispa rayas .

The wasp has yellow stripes on its abdomen.

¿ ?

Does your belly hurt after eating?

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This word is part of lesson 90.