Abdominal (en. Abdominal)
/ab.do.mi.nal/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Referring to the abdomen.
Abdominal exercises are important for strengthening the core.
Los ejercicios abdominales son importantes para fortalecer el core.
Related to the area of the abdomen.
She feels an abdominal pain that needs to be evaluated.
Siente un dolor abdominal que necesita ser evaluado.
Referring to the muscles of the abdomen.
She has very defined abs.
Ella tiene unos abdominales muy marcados.
Etymology
From Latin 'abdominalis', which in turn comes from 'abdomen'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
abdominal pain
Sensation of discomfort or pain in the abdomen.
dolor abdominal
abdominal exercises
Physical exercises aimed at strengthening the muscles of the abdomen.
ejercicios abdominales
abdominal syndrome
A set of symptoms that affect the abdomen.
síndrome abdominal
Related Words
abdomen
The part of the body located between the thorax and the pelvis.
abdomen
calf
Part of the leg located between the knee and the heel.
pantorrilla
digestion
Process of breaking down food in the body.
digestión
Slang Meanings
Colloquial for referring to the muscles of the abdomen.
I’m going to do some crunches to define my abs.
Voy a hacer unos abdominales para marcar.
Usage in fitness circles.
That exercise is very good for enhancing the abs.
Ese ejercicio es muy bueno para potenciar los abdominales.