Spanish Word · Intermediate
triquinosis
trichinosis
Pronunciation: /tɾikiˈnosis/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "trichinosis".
Example
Y ha habido casos en los que la carne de cerdo poco hecha ha transmitido triquinosis, un parásito casi erradicado de la cadena alimentaria en los países desarrollados.
And there have been cases where undercooked pork has transmitted trichinosis, a parasite nearly eradicated from the food chain in developed countries.
Practice tips
- Practice triquinosis out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.