la
feminine
/baˈxina/
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Translation
vagina
Word origin
From Latin vagina ('sheath, scabbard'). The diminutive of the same word, vaina, later gave the plant name that became English 'vanilla'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- vagina
- English cognates
- vagina, vanilla
Grammar
Genderfeminine
Pluralvaginas
Examples
ginecóloga anatomía .
The gynaecologist explained the anatomy of the vagina.
conviene .
It is a health topic worth discussing without embarrassment.
biología incluye capítulo .
The biology book includes a chapter on the vagina.
revisión médica íntima.
The medical check-up is important for intimate health.
claridad.
The nurse answered her questions clearly.
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