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    Gérmenes (en. Germs)

    /ˈxeɾmenes/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Microorganisms that can cause infections.
    Germs spread easily in closed spaces.
    Los gérmenes se propagan fácilmente en espacios cerrados.
    Microscopic particles related to contamination.
    It is important to disinfect to eliminate germs.
    Es importante desinfectar para eliminar gérmenes.
    Causes of diseases in both humans and animals.
    Germs can be bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
    Los gérmenes pueden ser bacterias, virus, u hongos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'germen', which means 'sprout' or 'germ'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to fight against germs
    To perform actions to prevent or eliminate harmful microorganisms.
    luchar contra gérmenes
    disinfect to eliminate germs
    Clean surfaces to ensure that no harmful microorganisms remain.
    desinfectar para eliminar gérmenes

    Related Words

    bacteria
    Unicellular microorganisms that can cause diseases.
    bacteria
    virus
    Infectious agent that can replicate only within living cells.
    virus
    fungus
    Organism that includes yeasts and molds, capable of causing infections.
    hongo

    Slang Meanings

    Any contagious disease.
    That cold you have is a germ, stay away!
    Ese resfriado que tienes es un gérmen, ¡aléjate!
    Dirt or contamination.
    That kitchen is full of germs, it needs to be cleaned!
    Esa cocina está llena de gérmenes, ¡hay que limpiarla!