Body Parts in Spanish: The Only Guide You'll Need

A picture of a human body with Spanish and English names for some of the body parts.

Learning a new language is like piecing together a vast puzzle, where every word and every phrase is a piece that brings you closer to fluency. One of the most critical aspects of learning any language is getting familiar with the vocabulary. And, when it comes to Spanish vocabulary, knowing how to name different body parts in Spanish is essential.

Imagine you're in a Spanish-speaking country, and you need to visit a doctor. Or, maybe you're at a gym and want to discuss your workout routine with a Spanish-speaking trainer. In these scenarios, not knowing the right words to describe all the body parts in Spanish can lead to confusion and misunderstandings.

This article will help you solve this problem by providing a comprehensive list of body parts in Spanish. We will not only present you with the names of body parts but also provide examples of their usage in sentences. This way, you won't just memorize the words — you'll learn how to use them in real-life situations.

So, let's get started on this exciting journey of expanding your Spanish vocabulary!

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Head and Face Vocabulary in Spanish

From facial features to emotional expressions, the head and face are central to how we connect and convey our thoughts. In this section, we're going to focus on Spanish terms related to the head and face. We'll cover common words, provide their English translations, and show you how to use them in sentences.

This practical approach will help you understand and remember these terms more effectively. Let's dive in!

Spanish word	English Equivalent	Example	Translation
la cabeza	the head	Tengo dolor de cabeza.	I have a headache.
el cerebro	the brain	El cerebro es el órgano más complejo del cuerpo humano.	The brain is the most complex organ in the human body.
el oído	the ear	Tengo las orejas pequeñas y redondas.	I have small and round ears.
la cara	the face	La cara es pequeña.	The face is small.
el pelo	hair	Su pelo es negro.	Her hair is black.

Spanish word	English Equivalent	Example	Translation
la cabeza	the head	Tengo dolor de cabeza.	I have a headache.
el cerebro	the brain	El cerebro es el órgano más complejo del cuerpo humano.	The brain is the most complex organ in the human body.
el oído	the ear	Tengo las orejas pequeñas y redondas.	I have small and round ears.
la cara	the face	La cara es pequeña.	The face is small.
el pelo	hair	Su pelo es negro.	Her hair is black.

Parts in Your Face

Soren sees himself in the mirror, pointing at his own eyes and saying, “Estos son mis ojos.”

Let's have a look at different parts of your face, specifically:

Spanish word	English Equivalent	Example	Translation
los ojos	the eyes	Mis ojos son marrones.	My eyes are brown.
la boca	the mouth	Ella tiene una boca grande.	She has a big mouth
los dientes	the teeth	Es importante cepillarse los dientes todos los días.	It's important to brush your teeth every day.
los labios	the lips	Tienes unos labios bonitos.	You have beautiful lips.
las cejas	the eyebrows	Tus cejas son muy espesas.	Your eyebrows are very thick.
las pestañas	the eyelashes	Ella tiene las pestañas largas y rizadas.	She has long and curly eyelashes.
la nariz	the nose	Mi nariz es pequeña y respingona.	My nose is small and upturned.
los mofletes	the cheeks	Sus mofletes se ponen rojos cuando hace frío.	His cheeks turn red when it's cold.
la barbilla	the chin	Ella tiene una barbilla puntiaguda.	She has a pointed chin.

Spanish word	English Equivalent	Example	Translation
los ojos	the eyes	Mis ojos son marrones.	My eyes are brown.
la boca	the mouth	Ella tiene una boca grande.	She has a big mouth
los dientes	the teeth	Es importante cepillarse los dientes todos los días.	It's important to brush your teeth every day.
los labios	the lips	Tienes unos labios bonitos.	You have beautiful lips.
las cejas	the eyebrows	Tus cejas son muy espesas.	Your eyebrows are very thick.
las pestañas	the eyelashes	Ella tiene las pestañas largas y rizadas.	She has long and curly eyelashes.
la nariz	the nose	Mi nariz es pequeña y respingona.	My nose is small and upturned.
los mofletes	the cheeks	Sus mofletes se ponen rojos cuando hace frío.	His cheeks turn red when it's cold.
la barbilla	the chin	Ella tiene una barbilla puntiaguda.	She has a pointed chin.

By incorporating these words into full sentences, you can practice context-based learning, which is often more effective than rote memorization.

Upper Body Parts in Spanish

Here, we'll dissect the terminology associated with the upper half of the human body, covering everything from shoulders to chest to arms.

Whether you're gearing up to enhance your conversational skills, planning a trip to a Spanish-speaking region, or simply curious about language diversity, join us as we explore the practical aspects of communication related to the upper body.

Spanish word	English Equivalent	Example	Translation
el cuello	the neck	Me duele el cuello después de trabajar todo el día.	My neck hurts after working all day.
los hombros	the shoulders	Ella tiene los hombros anchos.	She has broad shoulders.
el pecho	the chest	Tengo dolor en el pecho.	I have chest pain.

Spanish word	English Equivalent	Example	Translation
el cuello	the neck	Me duele el cuello después de trabajar todo el día.	My neck hurts after working all day.
los hombros	the shoulders	Ella tiene los hombros anchos.	She has broad shoulders.
el pecho	the chest	Tengo dolor en el pecho.	I have chest pain.

Your Extremities

A drawing of a human upper body, with arrows pointing at the arm (el brazo), elbow (el codo), and hand (la mano).

This is vocabulary related to your upper extremities:

Spanish word	English Equivalent	Example	Translation
el brazo	the arm	Él tiene un brazo fuerte.	He has strong a strong arm.
la mano	the hand	Tengo las manos frías.	My hands are cold
las uñas	the nails	Me gusta pintarme las uñas.	I like to paint my nails.
el antebrazo	the forearm	Tiene un tatuaje en el antebrazo.	He has a tattoo on his forearm.
el codo	the elbow	Se lastimó el codo jugando al tenis.	She hurt her elbow playing tennis.
la muñeca	the wrist	Él lleva un reloj en la muñeca.	He wears a watch on his wrist.
la espalda	the back	Ella tiene una espalda fuerte y recta.	She has a strong, straight back.

Spanish word	English Equivalent	Example	Translation
el brazo	the arm	Él tiene un brazo fuerte.	He has strong a strong arm.
la mano	the hand	Tengo las manos frías.	My hands are cold
las uñas	the nails	Me gusta pintarme las uñas.	I like to paint my nails.
el antebrazo	the forearm	Tiene un tatuaje en el antebrazo.	He has a tattoo on his forearm.
el codo	the elbow	Se lastimó el codo jugando al tenis.	She hurt her elbow playing tennis.
la muñeca	the wrist	Él lleva un reloj en la muñeca.	He wears a watch on his wrist.
la espalda	the back	Ella tiene una espalda fuerte y recta.	She has a strong, straight back.

Lower Body in Spanish

Soren is at the hospital, in pain, telling the doctor, “Me doblé el tobillo,” while talking about his ankle.

Understanding vocabulary related to the lower body parts in Spanish is essential for various practical and cultural reasons.

Firstly, it enables effective communication in everyday scenarios, such as describing discomfort or injuries, discussing exercise routines, or seeking assistance in a medical context. This knowledge proves invaluable in navigating conversations with healthcare professionals, fitness instructors, or even during casual interactions.

Additionally, when traveling or residing in Spanish-speaking regions, knowing lower body terminology is essential for practical purposes like shopping for clothing, describing physical sensations, or participating in local activities. It enhances the overall language experience by providing tools to express oneself accurately in various situations.

In this segment, we'll unravel the vocabulary associated with the lower half of the human body, covering essential terms from hips to toes.

Spanish word	English Equivalent	Example	Translation
la cintura	the waist	Ella tiene una cintura pequeña.	She has a small waist.
las caderas	the hips	Él tiene las caderas anchas.	He has broad hips.
las nalgas	buttocks	Le pusieron una inyección en la nalga.	He was given an injection in his buttock.
la pierna	the leg	Ella tiene las piernas largas.	She has long legs.
los pies	the feet	Es importante usar zapatos cómodos para tus pies.	It's important to wear comfortable shoes for your feet.
el dedo del pie	the toes	Tengo los dedos del pie fríos.	My toes are cold.
la rodilla	the knee	El jugador de baloncesto se lesionó la rodilla.	The basketball player injured his knee.
el tobillo	the ankle	Se torció el tobillo al correr.	He twisted his ankle while running.
el talón	the heel	Ella lleva zapatos con un talón alto.	She wears shoes with a high heel.
la planta del pie	the sole of the foot	Siento una piedra en la planta del pie.	I feel a stone in the sole of my foot.

Spanish word	English Equivalent	Example	Translation
la cintura	the waist	Ella tiene una cintura pequeña.	She has a small waist.
las caderas	the hips	Él tiene las caderas anchas.	He has broad hips.
las nalgas	buttocks	Le pusieron una inyección en la nalga.	He was given an injection in his buttock.
la pierna	the leg	Ella tiene las piernas largas.	She has long legs.
los pies	the feet	Es importante usar zapatos cómodos para tus pies.	It's important to wear comfortable shoes for your feet.
el dedo del pie	the toes	Tengo los dedos del pie fríos.	My toes are cold.
la rodilla	the knee	El jugador de baloncesto se lesionó la rodilla.	The basketball player injured his knee.
el tobillo	the ankle	Se torció el tobillo al correr.	He twisted his ankle while running.
el talón	the heel	Ella lleva zapatos con un talón alto.	She wears shoes with a high heel.
la planta del pie	the sole of the foot	Siento una piedra en la planta del pie.	I feel a stone in the sole of my foot.

Internal Organs in Spanish

Learning the vocabulary associated with internal organs in Spanish — los organos internos — is important for several reasons. This knowledge allows you to articulate symptoms, concerns, and medical history accurately if you ever need medical help, for example.

Secondly, it contributes to cultural competence. Health and well-being are universal topics, and having the ability to discuss internal organs in Spanish demonstrates respect for the language and cultural context. It facilitates more meaningful interactions with Spanish speakers, whether they be healthcare providers, colleagues, or friends.

Spanish word	English Equivalent	Example	Translation
el corazón	the heart	El corazón bombea la sangre a todo el cuerpo.	The heart pumps blood to the whole body.
los pulmones	the lungs	Los pulmones nos ayudan a respirar.	The lungs help us breathe.
el hígado	the liver	Tiene un hígado sano.	He has a healthy liver.
el estómago	the stomach	El estómago digiere la comida.	The stomach digests the food.
los riñones	the kidneys	Mis riñones están funcionando bien.	My kidneys are functioning well.
el intestino	the intestine	La comida se digiere en el intestino.	Food is digested in the intestine.
la vejiga	the bladder	La vejiga almacena la orina hasta que está lista para ser expulsada del cuerpo.	The bladder stores urine until it is ready to be expelled from the body

Spanish word	English Equivalent	Example	Translation
el corazón	the heart	El corazón bombea la sangre a todo el cuerpo.	The heart pumps blood to the whole body.
los pulmones	the lungs	Los pulmones nos ayudan a respirar.	The lungs help us breathe.
el hígado	the liver	Tiene un hígado sano.	He has a healthy liver.
el estómago	the stomach	El estómago digiere la comida.	The stomach digests the food.
los riñones	the kidneys	Mis riñones están funcionando bien.	My kidneys are functioning well.
el intestino	the intestine	La comida se digiere en el intestino.	Food is digested in the intestine.
la vejiga	the bladder	La vejiga almacena la orina hasta que está lista para ser expulsada del cuerpo.	The bladder stores urine until it is ready to be expelled from the body

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