Kilo Lingo

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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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This word is part of lesson 61.