Ab (en. Ab)

/ab/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Muscles of the abdominal wall that are visible when toned.
Doing crunch exercises helps define the abs.
Hacer ejercicios de crunch ayuda a definir los abs.
Colloquial term in the fitness field referring to abdominal muscles.
The abdominal class focused on working the abs.
La clase de abdominales se enfocó en trabajar los abs.
In some sports, it refers to core strength, which includes the abs.
A good abs workout improves performance in many sports.
Un buen entrenamiento de abs mejora el rendimiento en muchos deportes.

Etymology

From English 'abs', abbreviation of 'abdominals'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to define the abs
To do specific exercises to define the abdominal muscles.
marcar los abs
to work on the abs
To perform exercise routines focused on strengthening the abdomen.
trabajar los abs
to have steel abs
To have very defined and toned abdominal muscles.
tener abs de acero

Related Words

core
Set of core muscles that includes the abdominals.
core
fitness
State of health and physical condition, often related to exercise.
fitness
exercise
Physical activity performed to improve health or physical condition.
ejercicio

Slang Meanings

To have a very defined abdomen.
After months of training, I finally have abs.
Después de meses de entrenamiento, por fin tengo abs.
To refer to a healthy lifestyle focused on fitness.
She is very into the abs and healthy eating trend.
Ella está muy en la onda de los abs y la alimentación saludable.