At the A1 level, learners are just beginning to grasp basic vocabulary. 'Hinchado/a' might be encountered in very simple contexts, perhaps related to immediate physical discomfort. For instance, a child might point to a mosquito bite and say 'Me duele, está hinchado' (It hurts me, it's swollen). The focus is on recognizing the word and its most direct meaning of 'bigger than normal' due to a problem. The concept of gender agreement would be too advanced at this stage, so learners would likely only encounter the masculine form if used at all, or simply hear it without needing to produce it. The idea of inflammation or fluid retention is far beyond A1 comprehension. The word would appear in very concrete, observable situations.
At the A2 level, learners can understand and use simple sentences and common phrases related to immediate needs and familiar topics. 'Hinchado/a' would start to be understood in contexts like a minor injury or a feeling of fullness. For example, someone might say 'Mi dedo está hinchado' (My finger is swollen) after bumping it. They might also hear 'Tengo el estómago hinchado' (I have a bloated stomach) after eating. Learners would begin to associate 'hinchado/a' with a physical change in size, often negative or uncomfortable. They might start to notice the gender agreement, associating 'hinchado' with masculine nouns like 'ojo' (eye) or 'pie' (foot), and 'hinchada' with feminine nouns like 'mano' (hand) or 'pierna' (leg), though consistent production would be challenging. The concept of inflammation might be indirectly understood as a cause of swelling.
For B1 learners, 'hinchado/a' becomes a more functional vocabulary item. They can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters, including descriptions of health conditions and everyday occurrences. They can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. 'Hinchado/a' will be used to describe common ailments like sprained ankles, insect bites, or post-meal bloating. For instance, 'Me levanté con la cara hinchada' (I woke up with a swollen face) or 'El tobillo se me hinchó después de correr' (My ankle swelled up after running). Learners at this level are expected to handle the gender and number agreement correctly: 'los tobillos hinchados', 'las mejillas hinchadas'. They can also begin to grasp the nuances, understanding that it implies more than just size, but often fluid retention or inflammation. They might use it in describing personal experiences or in conversations about health and well-being. The ability to use it in a sentence, applying the correct grammatical form, is key.
At the B2 level, learners can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in their field of specialization. They can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. 'Hinchado/a' is well within their grasp, used to describe more detailed medical conditions, injuries, or even everyday situations with greater precision. They can differentiate between mild swelling and more severe cases, and use it in more complex sentence structures. For example, 'El médico le advirtió que si la pierna seguía hinchada, debería preocuparse' (The doctor warned him that if the leg continued to be swollen, he should worry). They can also use it in figurative senses if introduced to them, though the literal meaning is primary. They are expected to master gender and number agreement and understand its common collocations and contexts, such as medical reports or discussions about physical discomfort.
C1 learners have a high level of language proficiency. They can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit meaning. They can express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. 'Hinchado/a' is a word they would use with confidence and accuracy, often in more nuanced or specialized contexts. They can discuss medical conditions with a doctor, describe complex physical sensations, or even use it in more sophisticated descriptive writing. For instance, they might discuss the side effects of medication, stating, 'Uno de los efectos secundarios reportados es que la zona de la inyección se mantiene hinchada durante varios días.' (One of the reported side effects is that the injection area remains swollen for several days.) They can also employ it in figurative language or idiomatic expressions if appropriate, demonstrating a deep understanding of its semantic range and register.
C2 learners have mastery of the language. They can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. They can summarize information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. For 'hinchado/a', C2 learners would have a complete command of its literal and figurative uses, its etymology, and its subtle variations in meaning across different Spanish-speaking regions. They could use it in highly specialized medical, scientific, or literary contexts with perfect accuracy and naturalness. They would be aware of any regionalisms or less common usages and could employ them appropriately. For example, they might discuss a historical account of a battle where soldiers suffered from swollen limbs due to disease or exposure, using 'hinchado/a' with historical precision.
hinchado/a در ۳۰ ثانیه
- Swollen, larger than normal.
- Often due to injury, fluid, or inflammation.
- Adjective, agrees in gender and number.
The Spanish adjective hinchado/a directly translates to 'swollen' in English. It's a versatile word used to describe a part of the body or an object that has become larger than its normal size, often due to fluid retention, inflammation, or being overfilled. You'll commonly hear it in medical contexts, when describing injuries, or even when talking about everyday situations like overripe fruit or overinflated balloons. The gender of the adjective must agree with the noun it describes: hinchado for masculine nouns and hinchada for feminine nouns.
- Medical Contexts
- Used to describe body parts affected by injury or illness, such as a sprained ankle or an infected wound. For example, 'Mi tobillo está hinchado' (My ankle is swollen).
- Everyday Observations
- Can describe objects that are overfilled or expanded, like a balloon or a stomach after a large meal. 'El globo está muy hinchado' (The balloon is very inflated/swollen).
- Figurative Use
- Less commonly, it can describe someone who is full of themselves or arrogant, though this usage is more informal and context-dependent.
Después de la caída, tenía el pie hinchado.
Using hinchado/a correctly involves understanding its agreement with the subject and the context. It's a straightforward adjective, but paying attention to gender and number is crucial. Whether describing a physical ailment, an object, or even a metaphorical state, the core meaning of 'enlarged' or 'inflated' remains consistent. You'll frequently encounter it in dialogues about health, sports injuries, or simply observing the world around you. Practice saying sentences aloud to internalize the correct usage. For instance, when discussing a bee sting, you might say, 'Mi brazo está muy hinchado.' If a tire has too much air, 'La rueda está hinchada.' The context will always guide you toward the appropriate application of this word.
- Medical Situations
- When describing any physical swelling due to injury, infection, or allergic reaction. 'El médico dijo que mi rodilla estaba hinchada y necesitaba reposo.' (The doctor said my knee was swollen and needed rest.)
- Food and Drink
- Can be used to describe a stomach that feels full or bloated. 'Después de la cena, me sentí un poco hinchado.' (After dinner, I felt a little bloated/swollen.)
- Objects and Inflation
- For things that are inflated beyond their normal state. 'El globo de fiesta estaba tan hinchado que casi explota.' (The party balloon was so inflated it almost burst.)
- Weather and Environment
- Sometimes used to describe things like rivers when they are overflowing. 'El río está hinchado por las fuertes lluvias.' (The river is swollen due to the heavy rains.)
Si no cuidas tu tobillo, seguirá hinchado.
You'll encounter hinchado/a in a multitude of everyday and specific situations in Spanish-speaking countries. Doctors' offices and pharmacies are prime locations, where patients describe their symptoms and medical professionals diagnose conditions. Think of conversations about sports injuries – a sprained ankle after a soccer game, a swollen knee from overuse, or even a bruised finger. Beyond the medical realm, you might hear it in relation to food and digestion. Someone might complain, 'Tengo el estómago hinchado' after eating too much or experiencing indigestion. In homes, it can be used casually. A parent might tell a child, 'No infles tanto el globo, se va a poner hinchado y explotará.' (Don't inflate the balloon so much, it will get swollen and burst.) You might also hear it describing something that's simply overfilled, like a cushion or a bag. Even in news reports, especially those covering natural disasters, you might hear about rivers or reservoirs being 'hinchados' due to excessive rainfall. The word is common in television shows, movies, and everyday conversations, making it a fundamental part of a Spanish speaker's vocabulary.
- Healthcare Settings
- Doctors, nurses, and patients frequently use this term when discussing injuries, infections, or allergic reactions. For example, a doctor might ask, '¿Ha notado alguna parte hinchada?' (Have you noticed any swollen parts?).
- Sports and Fitness
- Athletes and coaches often discuss injuries. 'Tiene el tobillo hinchado después del partido de fútbol.' (He has a swollen ankle after the soccer match.)
- Gastronomy and Health
- People talk about digestive issues. 'Comí demasiado y ahora tengo el abdomen hinchado.' (I ate too much and now my abdomen is swollen/bloated.)
- Home and Daily Life
- Describing objects like balloons, tires, or even swollen fruits. 'El neumático de la bicicleta está un poco hinchado.' (The bicycle tire is a bit inflated/swollen.)
- News and Current Events
- Reporting on weather phenomena or environmental issues. 'Las lluvias torrenciales han dejado el río hinchado.' (The torrential rains have left the river swollen.)
El deportista se quejó de tener la pierna hinchada tras el entrenamiento.
One of the most frequent errors English speakers make with hinchado/a is forgetting to match its gender and number with the noun it modifies. Spanish adjectives must agree. Saying 'el ojo hinchada' (the eye swollen) is incorrect; it should be 'el ojo hinchado'. Similarly, 'las rodillas hinchado' (the knees swollen) is wrong; it should be 'las rodillas hinchadas'. Another potential pitfall is the misuse of 'hinchado' in contexts where a more specific word might be better, though 'hinchado' is generally understood. For example, while 'hinchado' can mean 'bloated' in the stomach, more specific terms might exist depending on the cause. Additionally, some learners might confuse it with words that sound similar but have different meanings. It's important to remember that 'hinchado/a' specifically refers to a state of being swollen or inflated, not just being large or fat. Ensure you use it for conditions involving excess fluid, inflammation, or over-inflation. Finally, while it can sometimes be used figuratively for someone full of themselves, this is less common and more informal, so it's best to stick to the literal meaning until you're very comfortable with the language.
- Gender and Number Agreement
- Failing to make 'hinchado/a' agree with the noun it describes. For example, 'la mano hinchado' instead of 'la mano hinchada'.
- Overuse or Misuse
- Using 'hinchado' when a more precise term for 'bloated' or 'fat' might be more appropriate in certain contexts, though 'hinchado' is generally understood for physical swelling.
- Figurative vs. Literal Meaning
- Confusing the literal meaning of 'swollen' with its less common figurative use for arrogance or being full of oneself.
Incorrecto: El tobillo estaba hinchado la. Correcto: El tobillo estaba hinchado.
While hinchado/a is the most common and direct translation for 'swollen', Spanish offers other words that can be used depending on the nuance and context. For a general sense of swelling due to inflammation or injury, hinchado/a is perfect. However, if you're referring to a part of the body that is puffy or slightly enlarged without necessarily being painful or inflamed, you might consider inflamado/a (inflamed) if there's an inflammatory process, or even edematoso/a in a more technical, medical context. For a stomach that feels full and distended, lleno/a (full) or pesado/a (heavy) can be used, though hinchado/a specifically captures the feeling of bloating. If something is simply overfilled, like a balloon, inflado/a is a very close synonym. In a more informal context, especially when talking about a person's stomach after eating, 'tener el estómago lleno' (to have a full stomach) or 'sentirse pesado' (to feel heavy) might be used instead of 'sentirse hinchado'. When describing something that has expanded due to pressure or air, inflado/a is often interchangeable with hinchado/a. For instance, a tire can be 'hinchado' or 'inflado'. The choice often comes down to the specific cause of the enlargement.
- Inflamado/a
- Means 'inflamed'. While swelling often accompanies inflammation, 'inflamado/a' focuses on the inflammatory process itself. 'Mi garganta está inflamada y un poco hinchada.' (My throat is inflamed and a little swollen.)
- Inflado/a
- Means 'inflated' or 'puffed up'. Often used for objects like balloons or tires, but can also describe a person's stomach after eating. 'El globo estaba muy inflado.' (The balloon was very inflated.) 'Tengo el estómago inflado.' (I have a bloated stomach.)
- Edematoso/a
- A more technical, medical term for 'edematous', referring to swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues. 'Presenta edema generalizado, con miembros inferiores edematosos.' (He presents generalized edema, with swollen lower limbs.)
- Abotargado/a
- Can mean bloated, puffy, or sluggish. It often implies a feeling of being heavy and unwell, sometimes associated with overeating or lack of energy. 'Después de la fiesta, me sentía abotargado y cansado.' (After the party, I felt bloated and tired.)
La picadura de mosquito dejó una zona hinchada y roja.
چقدر رسمی است؟
نکته جالب
The root 'flare' related to blowing is also found in English words like 'flare' and 'flamboyant', all suggesting expansion or outward movement.
راهنمای تلفظ
- Pronouncing the 'ch' sound like 'sh'.
- Incorrect vowel sounds, especially the 'a' sound.
- Forgetting the final 'o' sound or making it too short.
سطح دشواری
Recognizable in most contexts, especially with visual cues. Agreement rules are the main challenge for beginners.
Requires understanding of gender and number agreement, which can be challenging for learners.
Relatively easy to pronounce and use in basic sentences once the meaning is understood.
Often used in clear contexts, making it easy to identify its meaning. The grammatical agreement needs to be noted.
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پیشنیازها
بعداً یاد بگیرید
پیشرفته
گرامر لازم
Adjective Agreement
El ojo (masculine singular) está hinchado. La mano (feminine singular) está hinchada. Los tobillos (masculine plural) están hinchados. Las mejillas (feminine plural) están hinchadas.
Verb 'Estar' for Conditions
Estoy hinchado/a. El tobillo está hinchado. (Used for temporary states or conditions.)
Verb 'Tener' for Feelings/States
Tengo el estómago hinchado. (Expressing a feeling or state of being.)
Past Tense of 'Hinchar'
Mi dedo se hinchó rápidamente. (My finger swelled up quickly.)
Noun Form 'Hinchazón'
La hinchazón desapareció después de dos días. (The swelling disappeared after two days.)
مثالها بر اساس سطح
Mi dedo está hinchado.
My finger is swollen.
El ojo está hinchado.
The eye is swollen.
La pierna está hinchada.
The leg is swollen.
Tengo hinchado.
I have swelling.
El pie hinchado.
The swollen foot.
Nariz hinchada.
Swollen nose.
Brazo hinchado.
Swollen arm.
Cara hinchada.
Swollen face.
Mi tobillo está muy hinchado después de jugar al fútbol.
My ankle is very swollen after playing soccer.
Después de la picadura, la mano se me hinchó.
After the bite, my hand swelled up.
Tengo el estómago hinchado después de comer mucho.
I have a bloated stomach after eating a lot.
El globo está demasiado hinchado y parece que va a explotar.
The balloon is too inflated and looks like it's going to burst.
Tiene las rodillas hinchadas por el esfuerzo.
His knees are swollen from the effort.
La cara de Juan está hinchada por la alergia.
Juan's face is swollen due to allergies.
El neumático de la bicicleta está un poco hinchado.
The bicycle tire is a bit inflated.
¿Por qué tienes los ojos hinchados?
Why do you have swollen eyes?
El médico me dijo que mi tobillo estaba hinchado y necesitaba reposo.
The doctor told me that my ankle was swollen and needed rest.
The adjective 'hinchado' agrees in gender with the masculine noun 'tobillo'.
Después de la caída, la rodilla se le hinchó considerablemente.
After the fall, his knee swelled considerably.
'Hinchó' is the past tense of the verb 'hinchar' (to swell). The adjective form would be 'hinchada' if describing the knee directly: 'la rodilla hinchada'.
Comí tanta comida que ahora tengo el abdomen hinchado.
I ate so much food that now my abdomen is swollen/bloated.
'Hinchado' agrees with the masculine noun 'abdomen'.
Las fuertes lluvias han provocado que el río esté hinchado.
The heavy rains have caused the river to be swollen.
'Hinchado' agrees with the masculine noun 'río'.
Tiene las mejillas hinchadas por la infección.
Her cheeks are swollen due to the infection.
'Hinchadas' is the plural form, agreeing with the feminine plural noun 'mejillas'.
El globo de helio estaba tan hinchado que casi se escapa.
The helium balloon was so inflated that it almost escaped.
'Hinchado' agrees with the masculine noun 'globo'.
Mi dedo meñique sigue hinchado después del golpe.
My little finger is still swollen after the blow.
'Hinchado' agrees with the masculine noun 'dedo meñique'.
La picadura de insecto le dejó un labio hinchado.
The insect bite left him with a swollen lip.
'Hinchado' agrees with the masculine noun 'labio'.
El fisioterapeuta recomendó aplicar hielo en la zona hinchada del tobillo.
The physiotherapist recommended applying ice to the swollen area of the ankle.
'Hinchada' agrees with the feminine noun 'zona'.
Si la hinchazón no disminuye, deberás consultar a un especialista.
If the swelling does not decrease, you will need to consult a specialist.
'Hinchazón' is the noun form, meaning 'swelling'.
Tras la operación, notó que la cicatriz estaba ligeramente hinchada.
After the operation, he noticed that the scar was slightly swollen.
'Hinchada' agrees with the feminine noun 'cicatriz'.
El calor puede hacer que las extremidades se sientan hinchadas.
Heat can make extremities feel swollen.
'Hinchadas' agrees with the feminine plural noun 'extremidades'.
Presentaba edemas en las piernas, con la piel tensa y hinchada.
He presented with edema in his legs, with taut and swollen skin.
'Hinchada' agrees with the feminine noun 'piel'.
El panadero amasó la masa hasta que estuvo elástica e hinchada.
The baker kneaded the dough until it was elastic and puffy.
'Hinchada' agrees with the feminine noun 'masa'.
La acumulación de líquido linfático provocó que el brazo estuviera hinchado.
The accumulation of lymphatic fluid caused the arm to be swollen.
'Hinchado' agrees with the masculine noun 'brazo'.
Las noticias informaron que el lago estaba hinchado por las recientes lluvias.
The news reported that the lake was swollen due to the recent rains.
'Hinchado' agrees with the masculine noun 'lago'.
El paciente reportó una sensación persistente de hinchazón abdominal tras la ingesta de ciertos alimentos.
The patient reported a persistent feeling of abdominal bloating after consuming certain foods.
'Hinchazón' is the noun form, meaning 'bloating' or 'swelling'.
La inflamación crónica puede llevar a que los tejidos se vuelvan permanentemente hinchados.
Chronic inflammation can lead to tissues becoming permanently swollen.
'Hinchados' agrees with the masculine plural noun 'tejidos'.
Se observó un ligero edema en los tobillos, que se presentaban algo hinchados al final del día.
Slight edema was observed in the ankles, which appeared somewhat swollen at the end of the day.
'Hinchados' agrees with the masculine plural noun 'tobillos'.
El uso prolongado de corticoides puede tener como efecto secundario que la cara adquiera un aspecto redondeado e hinchado.
Prolonged use of corticosteroids can have the side effect of the face acquiring a rounded and swollen appearance.
'Hinchado' agrees with the masculine noun 'aspecto'.
La fermentación de la levadura hace que la masa del pan se expanda y quede hinchada.
The fermentation of yeast causes the bread dough to expand and become puffy.
'Hinchada' agrees with the feminine noun 'masa'.
Tras la picadura de medusa, la piel en la zona afectada quedó roja e hinchada.
After the jellyfish sting, the skin in the affected area became red and swollen.
'Hinchada' agrees with the feminine noun 'piel'.
El exceso de sal en la dieta puede ser una causa de retención de líquidos y, por ende, de que las manos se vean hinchadas.
Excess salt in the diet can be a cause of fluid retention and, therefore, hands appearing swollen.
'Hinchadas' agrees with the feminine plural noun 'manos'.
Los síntomas incluían fiebre, dolor de garganta y amígdalas visiblemente hinchadas.
Symptoms included fever, sore throat, and visibly swollen tonsils.
'Hinchadas' agrees with the feminine plural noun 'amígdalas'.
La linfangitis aguda se manifiesta típicamente con un miembro afectado que se presenta marcadamente hinchado, eritematoso y doloroso.
Acute lymphangitis typically manifests with an affected limb that presents as markedly swollen, erythematous, and painful.
'Hinchado' agrees with the masculine noun 'miembro'.
En el contexto de la fisiopatología del edema pulmonar, la extravasación de líquido alveolar deja los pulmones notablemente hinchados.
In the context of pulmonary edema pathophysiology, alveolar fluid extravasation leaves the lungs noticeably swollen.
'Hinchados' agrees with the masculine plural noun 'pulmones'.
La manipulación excesiva de la masa madre puede resultar en una textura densa en lugar de una miga aireada e hinchada.
Excessive manipulation of sourdough starter can result in a dense texture instead of an airy and puffy crumb.
'Hinchada' agrees with the feminine noun 'miga'.
La erupción cutánea, caracterizada por pápulas y vesículas, a menudo se acompaña de un prurito intenso y un edema localizado que deja la piel circundante hinchada.
The skin rash, characterized by papules and vesicles, is often accompanied by intense itching and localized edema, leaving the surrounding skin swollen.
'Hinchada' agrees with the feminine noun 'piel'.
El uso crónico de diuréticos puede, paradójicamente, inducir un estado de desequilibrio electrolítico que se manifiesta en miembros inferiores hinchados.
Chronic diuretic use can paradoxically induce a state of electrolyte imbalance that manifests in swollen lower extremities.
'Hinchados' agrees with the masculine plural noun 'miembros inferiores'.
La dieta rica en sodio contribuye a la retención hídrica, lo que se traduce en una apariencia general de hinchazón, especialmente en la cara y las manos.
A diet high in sodium contributes to water retention, resulting in a general appearance of puffiness, especially in the face and hands.
'Hinchazón' is the noun form, meaning 'puffiness' or 'swelling'.
Los síntomas gastrointestinales incluían dolor abdominal, distensión y una sensación de estar 'lleno' o 'hinchado' después de comidas mínimas.
Gastrointestinal symptoms included abdominal pain, distension, and a feeling of being 'full' or 'bloated' after minimal meals.
'Hinchado' is used here in a common phrase to describe a feeling of bloating.
La inflamación articular postraumática puede persistir durante semanas, dejando la articulación notablemente hinchada y limitada en su movimiento.
Post-traumatic joint inflammation can persist for weeks, leaving the joint noticeably swollen and limited in movement.
'Hinchada' agrees with the feminine noun 'articulación'.
ترکیبهای رایج
عبارات رایج
— To have a swollen ankle.
Me torcí el tobillo jugando y ahora lo tengo hinchado.
— To feel bloated or swollen (especially in the stomach).
Comí demasiada pizza y ahora me siento hinchado.
اغلب اشتباه گرفته میشود با
'Inflamado/a' specifically refers to inflammation, which often causes swelling, but swelling can occur without obvious inflammation. 'Hinchado/a' is the general term for being swollen. For example, a sprained ankle is 'hinchado' and likely 'inflamado'. A mosquito bite causes 'hinchazón' (swelling), and might also be 'inflamado' if it gets infected.
This is a technical medical term for swelling due to edema (fluid retention). 'Hinchado/a' is the common, everyday word. A doctor might say a patient has 'edema', while the patient might say their leg is 'hinchada'.
'Inflado/a' usually refers to something filled with air or gas, like a balloon or a tire. While a person's stomach can feel 'inflado' after eating, 'hinchado/a' is more commonly used for the feeling of bloating. For objects, 'inflado/a' is often preferred.
اصطلاحات و عبارات
— To be full of oneself; to be arrogant.
Siempre habla de sus logros, parece que tiene la cabeza hinchada.
Informal— To have a big ego; to be conceited.
Desde que lo ascendieron, tiene el ego hinchado y no escucha a nadie.
Informal— To be bursting with pride.
Sus padres estaban hinchados de orgullo al verlo graduarse.
Neutral— To be burdened with worries; to feel anxious.
No puedo dormir, tengo el estómago hinchado de tantas preocupaciones.
Figurative/Informalبهراحتی اشتباه گرفته میشود
Both relate to physical changes in the body, often appearing together.
'Hinchado/a' describes the state of being enlarged, usually by fluid or tissue swelling. 'Inflamado/a' describes the process of inflammation, which is a response to injury or infection and often leads to swelling. You can be 'hinchado' without being 'inflamado' (e.g., a balloon), and 'inflamado' usually implies 'hinchado'.
Both refer to swelling caused by fluid.
'Edematoso/a' is a clinical, technical term specifically for swelling caused by edema (excess interstitial fluid). 'Hinchado/a' is the general, everyday word for swollen, and can be caused by edema or other factors like inflammation or injury. A leg might be described as 'edematosa' by a doctor and 'hinchada' by the patient.
Both can describe something that has increased in volume.
'Inflado/a' typically refers to being filled with air or gas, like a balloon or a tire. It can also describe a stomach feeling distended after eating. 'Hinchado/a' is more general and covers swelling from fluid, injury, or inflammation, as well as being inflated. A tire is 'hinchado' or 'inflado'. A stomach after eating is usually described as 'hinchado' or sometimes 'inflado'.
Both can describe a feeling of fullness, especially after eating.
'Repleto/a' means completely full, stuffed. 'Hinchado/a' specifically refers to the feeling of bloating or distension, often with discomfort, rather than just being full. You can be 'repleto' without feeling 'hinchado', and you can feel 'hinchado' even if you haven't eaten a lot, due to other causes.
Both describe an enlarged state, particularly of the abdomen.
'Distendido/a' means stretched or expanded, often due to internal pressure like gas or fluid. 'Hinchado/a' is a broader term for swollen, which can include distension but also covers inflammation and fluid accumulation. An abdomen can be 'distendido' due to gas, and it would also be considered 'hinchado'.
الگوهای جملهسازی
Noun + está + hinchado/a.
El ojo está hinchado.
Tener + noun + hinchado/a.
Tengo el dedo hinchado.
Noun + está + muy + hinchado/a.
Mi tobillo está muy hinchado.
Después de + noun, + noun + se + hincha/hinchó.
Después de la picadura, la mano se hincha.
El/La + noun + está + hinchado/a + por + reason.
La cara está hinchada por la alergia.
Me siento + hinchado/a.
Me siento hinchado después de comer.
Se observa + noun + hinchado/a.
Se observa la rodilla hinchada.
El/La + noun + se + hincha + debido a + cause.
El brazo se hincha debido a la acumulación de líquido.
خانواده کلمه
اسمها
فعلها
صفتها
مرتبط
نحوه استفاده
Very High
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Forgetting gender agreement.
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El ojo está hinchado. (Correct) / El ojo está hinchada. (Incorrect)
'Ojo' is masculine singular, so the adjective must be masculine singular ('hinchado').
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Forgetting number agreement.
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Las rodillas están hinchadas. (Correct) / Las rodillas está hinchada. (Incorrect)
'Rodillas' is feminine plural, so the adjective must be feminine plural ('hinchadas') and the verb 'estar' must be plural ('están').
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Using 'hinchado/a' for general size instead of swelling.
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Mi brazo está hinchado por la picadura. (Correct) / Mi brazo está hinchado porque es grande. (Incorrect usage for general size)
'Hinchado/a' specifically refers to swelling, often due to fluid, inflammation, or over-inflation, not just being large.
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Confusing with 'inflado/a' for body parts.
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Mi estómago está hinchado después de comer. (Correct) / Mi estómago está inflado después de comer. (Less common for stomach, more for objects)
While 'inflado/a' can sometimes describe a bloated stomach, 'hinchado/a' is the more common and direct term for abdominal bloating. 'Inflado/a' is usually reserved for things filled with air like balloons.
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Misusing the figurative meaning.
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Tiene el ego hinchado. (Correct figurative use) / La pelota está hinchada de orgullo. (Incorrect figurative use)
The figurative use of 'hinchado/a' (meaning arrogant) applies to people's ego or pride, not inanimate objects.
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Gender and Number Agreement is Key
Always remember that 'hinchado/a' must agree with the noun it describes. If the noun is masculine singular, use 'hinchado'. If feminine singular, use 'hinchada'. For masculine plural, use 'hinchados', and for feminine plural, use 'hinchadas'. This is a fundamental rule for adjectives in Spanish.
Context is Crucial
Pay attention to the context when you hear or read 'hinchado/a'. Is it a body part? An object? A feeling? The surrounding words will usually clarify the exact meaning, whether it's swelling from an injury, bloating after a meal, or an overinflated balloon.
Practice the 'Ch' Sound
The 'ch' sound in 'hinchado' is like the 'ch' in 'church' or 'chair'. Practice saying it clearly to avoid confusion with other sounds. Focus on the stress on the first syllable: IN-cha-do.
Literal vs. Figurative
While 'hinchado/a' is most commonly used literally for physical swelling, be aware of its figurative use for arrogance ('tener la cabeza hinchada'). Stick to the literal meaning until you are very comfortable with the language and its nuances.
Connect to 'Inflated' Objects
Think of a balloon being 'inflado' (inflated) or 'hinchado' (swollen/puffy). This visual connection can help you remember the core meaning of being larger than normal due to being filled with something.
Verb Conjugation Matters
While 'hinchado/a' is an adjective, its related verb is 'hinchar' (to swell). You'll often hear or use forms like 'se hinchó' (it swelled) or 'se hincha' (it swells). Understanding the verb helps reinforce the adjective's meaning.
Synonym Awareness
Know that 'inflamado/a' (inflamed) and 'inflado/a' (inflated) are related but distinct. 'Hinchado/a' is often the most general and widely applicable term for 'swollen'.
Common Collocations
Learn common phrases like 'tobillo hinchado', 'estómago hinchado', and 'cara hinchada'. These combinations are frequently used and will help you sound more natural.
Health Conversations
In Spanish-speaking cultures, discussing minor health issues like swelling or bloating is very common. Being able to use 'hinchado/a' correctly will help you participate in these everyday conversations.
Plural Forms
Don't forget the plural forms! If you're talking about multiple swollen things, ensure you use 'hinchados' or 'hinchadas' correctly based on the gender of the nouns.
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روش یادسپاری
Think of a balloon (globo) that is 'in' (en) the 'chado' (chatting) with air, getting bigger and bigger until it's HINCHADO!
تداعی تصویری
Picture a plump, round balloon that is visibly larger than it should be. Imagine it saying '¡Hola!' (HIN-CHA-DO!) because it's so full.
ریشه کلمه
From Latin 'inflatus', past participle of 'inflare' (to blow into, inflate, swell).
معنای اصلی: Inflated, puffed up.
Indo-European > Italic > Latin > Romance > Ibero-Romance > Spanish.بافت فرهنگی
'Hinchado/a' is generally a neutral term when referring to physical swelling. However, if used figuratively to describe someone as arrogant ('tener la cabeza hinchada'), it can be considered critical or insulting.
In English, we use 'swollen' for body parts and injuries, 'bloated' for the stomach, and 'inflated' for objects like balloons. 'Hinchado/a' covers all these meanings in Spanish.
تمرین در زندگی واقعی
موقعیتهای واقعی
Medical injuries (sprains, bruises, bites)
- tobillo hinchado
- rodilla hinchada
- dedo hinchado
- ojo hinchado
- cara hinchada
Digestive discomfort
- estómago hinchado
- abdomen hinchado
- sentirse hinchado
Objects and inflation
- globo hinchado
- neumático hinchado
Allergies and infections
- cara hinchada
- mejillas hinchadas
- labio hinchado
General physical descriptions
- pierna hinchada
- nariz hinchada
- mano hinchada
شروعکنندههای مکالمه
"¿Te has hecho daño? ¿Tienes alguna parte hinchada?"
"Después de comer tanto, ¿te sientes hinchado/a?"
"¿Has visto ese globo? ¡Está súper hinchado!"
"Si te pica algo, la zona se pone hinchada. ¿Te ha pasado alguna vez?"
"¿Cómo tienes la cara tan hinchada? ¿Te has dado un golpe?"
موضوعات نگارش
Describe a time you had a swollen body part. What happened and how did it feel? Use the word 'hinchado/a'.
Think about a time you ate too much. How did your stomach feel? Use 'hinchado/a' to describe it.
Imagine you are a doctor. A patient comes in with a swollen ankle. What would you say to them using 'hinchado/a'?
Describe an object that can become 'hinchado/a'. How does it get that way?
Write a short story where a character experiences swelling for a surprising reason. Use 'hinchado/a' multiple times.
سوالات متداول
10 سوالThe plural forms are 'hinchados' for masculine nouns and 'hinchadas' for feminine nouns. For example, 'los tobillos hinchados' (the swollen ankles) and 'las mejillas hinchadas' (the swollen cheeks).
Yes, 'hinchado/a' can be used for objects that are inflated or enlarged. For example, 'el globo está hinchado' (the balloon is swollen/inflated) or 'el neumático está hinchado' (the tire is swollen/inflated). In these cases, 'inflado/a' is also very common and often interchangeable.
'Hinchado/a' means swollen, which is a physical enlargement, often due to fluid. 'Inflamado/a' means inflamed, which is a medical condition involving redness, heat, pain, and often swelling. While inflammation usually causes swelling, swelling can occur for other reasons. For instance, a sprained ankle is 'hinchado' and likely 'inflamado'.
'Hinchado/a' is an adjective, meaning 'swollen'. It describes a noun. For example, 'Mi tobillo está hinchado.' 'Hinchazón' is the noun, meaning 'swelling'. It refers to the condition itself. For example, 'La hinchazón en mi tobillo es grande.'
Yes, sometimes. 'Tener la cabeza hinchada' or 'tener el ego hinchado' means to be arrogant or conceited. However, the primary and most common use of 'hinchado/a' is literal, referring to physical swelling.
It means they feel bloated or distended in their stomach, often uncomfortably, usually after eating too much or due to digestive issues. It's a very common way to express this feeling.
Generally, 'hinchado/a' is a descriptive word and not inherently negative. It describes a physical state. However, it often implies discomfort or a problem (like an injury or illness), so the context can make it sound negative. The figurative use for arrogance is definitely negative.
'Hinchado/a' is the common, everyday word for swollen. 'Edematoso/a' is a more technical, medical term used to describe swelling specifically caused by edema (fluid retention). A doctor might use 'edematoso/a' in a report, while a patient would likely say their leg is 'hinchada'.
Yes. For example, you might say a fruit is 'hinchado' if it's overripe and swollen. In baking, dough that has risen can be described as 'hinchada' (puffy).
Common causes include injuries (sprains, bruises), insect bites, allergic reactions, infections, fluid retention (due to heat, salt, or medical conditions), overeating, and gas buildup in the digestive system. Objects can become 'hinchado/a' by being filled with air or gas.
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Summary
'Hinchado/a' means swollen, typically due to inflammation or fluid retention. Remember to match its gender and number with the noun it describes (e.g., 'el ojo hinchado', 'la mano hinchada', 'los tobillos hinchados', 'las mejillas hinchadas').
- Swollen, larger than normal.
- Often due to injury, fluid, or inflammation.
- Adjective, agrees in gender and number.
Gender and Number Agreement is Key
Always remember that 'hinchado/a' must agree with the noun it describes. If the noun is masculine singular, use 'hinchado'. If feminine singular, use 'hinchada'. For masculine plural, use 'hinchados', and for feminine plural, use 'hinchadas'. This is a fundamental rule for adjectives in Spanish.
Context is Crucial
Pay attention to the context when you hear or read 'hinchado/a'. Is it a body part? An object? A feeling? The surrounding words will usually clarify the exact meaning, whether it's swelling from an injury, bloating after a meal, or an overinflated balloon.
Practice the 'Ch' Sound
The 'ch' sound in 'hinchado' is like the 'ch' in 'church' or 'chair'. Practice saying it clearly to avoid confusion with other sounds. Focus on the stress on the first syllable: IN-cha-do.
Literal vs. Figurative
While 'hinchado/a' is most commonly used literally for physical swelling, be aware of its figurative use for arrogance ('tener la cabeza hinchada'). Stick to the literal meaning until you are very comfortable with the language and its nuances.
محتوای مرتبط
واژههای بیشتر health
abdomen
B1شکم بخشی از بدن است که بین قفسه سینه و لگن قرار دارد.
accidentarse
B1تصادف کردن.
adelgazar
A2To lose weight or become thinner.
además de
B1علاوه بر درس خواندن، او شبها کار میکند.
adicción
B1اعتیاد وضعیتی است که در آن فرد به یک ماده یا فعالیت وابسته میشود.
adicto
B1او معتاد به قهوه است.
adicto/a
B1فردی که وابستگی جسمی یا روانی به یک ماده یا فعالیت خاص دارد. 'او معتاد به شکلات است.'
adolorido
B1احساس درد یا کوفتگی در بدن.
afección
B1یک وضعیت پزشکی یا بیماری. 'او یک بیماری تنفسی (afección) دارد.'
afectivo
B1پیوند عاطفی بین مادر و کودک ضروری است.
