Noun
/xaˈkɛ.ka/
The word "jaqueca" refers to a severe form of headache, commonly recognized as a migraine. It is often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. "Jaqueca" is widely used in both oral and written Spanish, especially in medical contexts, and is relatively common in everyday conversation when discussing health issues.
The term "jaqueca" is quite prevalent in medical literature and conversations about personal health, as migraines are a common condition. It is more often encountered in written medical texts, health articles, and patient discussions than in casual conversation, but it still appears often enough in everyday dialogue among those who suffer from migraines.
Ella sufre de jaqueca desde hace años y ha probado varios tratamientos.
She has suffered from migraines for years and has tried several treatments.
La jaqueca puede ser debilitante y afectar la vida diaria de quienes la padecen.
Migraine can be debilitating and affect the daily lives of those who suffer from it.
Tomar un analgésico a tiempo puede ayudar a aliviar la jaqueca.
Taking a pain reliever in time can help relieve the migraine.
The word "jaqueca" is not typically found in idiomatic expressions; however, it can be used in discussions around health-related phrases or expressions concerning headache discomfort. Here are some examples:
Tengo jaqueca de tanto pensar en este problema.
I have a migraine from thinking too much about this problem.
Me da jaqueca solo de pensar en lo que pasó.
Just thinking about what happened gives me a headache.
Cada vez que oigo su voz, siento que me viene la jaqueca.
Every time I hear her voice, I feel a migraine coming on.
The term "jaqueca" is derived from the Arabic word "al-jakwal" (الجكوال), which referred to a type of headache. It evolved over time into the current Spanish form, possibly influenced by the term's popularity in medical texts.
Synonyms: - Dolor de cabeza (headache) - Cefalea (cephalalgia)
Antonyms: - Bienestar (well-being) - Sano (healthy)