Noun
/tik/
In Spanish, "tic" refers to an involuntary and repetitive movement or sound that is usually characteristic of certain neurological conditions. The term is commonly used in medical contexts, particularly in relation to conditions such as Tourette syndrome and other tic disorders. It is frequently used in both oral and written communication, especially in discussions related to neurology and psychology.
Tics can be motor or vocal.
El niño comenzó a presentar un tic nervioso debido al estrés.
The boy started to show a nervous tic due to stress.
Los médicos recomiendan terapia para ayudar a controlar los tics.
While the term "tic" itself is not typically part of common idiomatic expressions, it can appear in contexts related to medical or psychological discussions. However, here are some related sentences that illustrate broader contexts:
Sometimes, a tic can be a sign of anxiety.
Ella tiene un tic que suele aparecer cuando está nerviosa.
She has a tic that tends to appear when she is nervous.
Es importante no estigmatizar a quienes tienen tics.
It is important not to stigmatize those who have tics.
Diagnosticamos a los pacientes con tics para ofrecerles un tratamiento adecuado.
We diagnose patients with tics to offer them appropriate treatment.
Los tics pueden empeorar en situaciones de presión.
The word "tic" comes from the French word "tic," which is derived from the Latin word "ticare," meaning to touch. It has been used in medical terminology to describe involuntary contractions or movements.
Synonyms: - Espasmo (spasm) - Contracción (contraction)
Antonyms: - Relajación (relaxation) - Calmado (calmness)