sacro - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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sacro (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

Sacro is a noun in Spanish.

Phonetic Transcription

/ˈsakɾo/

Translation Options into English

Meaning and Usage

In the Spanish language, sacro refers specifically to the sacrum, which is a large, triangular bone at the base of the spine, situated between the two hip bones. It plays a crucial role in the skeletal structure, providing support and stability to the pelvis. The term is primarily used in medical and anatomical contexts.

Frequency of Use: The term sacro is more frequently encountered in written contexts, such as medical literature and textbooks, than in everyday oral speech.

Example Sentences

  1. El sacro es esencial para la estabilidad de la pelvis.
  2. The sacrum is essential for the stability of the pelvis.

  3. Los nervios que emergen de la región del sacro son importantes para la función de las extremidades inferiores.

  4. The nerves that emerge from the sacrum region are important for the function of the lower limbs.

  5. Durante el examen físico, el médico revisó la movilidad del sacro.

  6. During the physical examination, the doctor checked the mobility of the sacrum.

Idiomatic Expressions

While sacro itself is not frequently used in many idiomatic expressions, its derivative form sagrado appears often in phrases conveying importance, reverence, or sanctity.

  1. Este lugar es un sitio sagrado para nuestra cultura.
  2. This place is a sacred site for our culture.

  3. La familia es algo sagrado en muchas tradiciones.

  4. Family is something sacred in many traditions.

  5. Hay principios que debemos respetar, porque son sagrados.

  6. There are principles we must respect because they are sacred.

Etymology

The word sacro comes from the latín sacrum, which means "sacred". The connection to the notion of sacredness originates from ancient beliefs concerning the sacrum's association with the human body and its role in anatomy.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - (In anatomical context) Hueso sacro

Antonyms: There are no direct antonyms for sacro in the anatomical context, as it denotes a specific bone structure. However, in a broader sense regarding sacredness, antonyms may include: - Profano (profane) - Mundano (mundane)



23-07-2024