Músculo (en. Muscle)

/ˈmus.ku.lo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Tissue that contracts to allow body movement.

The bicep is an important muscle for lifting objects.

El bíceps es un músculo importante para levantar objetos.

Part of the body formed by muscle fibers.

I have been training to increase the size of my muscles.

He estado entrenando para aumentar el tamaño de mis músculos.

Increase in muscle volume achieved through exercise.

His goal is to gain muscle and lose body fat.

Su objetivo es ganar músculo y perder grasa corporal.

From the Latin 'musculus', meaning 'little mouse', due to the shape of the body parts that move

steel muscle

refers to significant muscle development or strength

músculo de acero

to show off one's muscle

when someone showcases their strength or physical ability

sacar músculo

to have a muscle

colloquial expression used to refer to a person who excels in strength or capability

tener un músculo

training

Process of strengthening and developing muscle through exercise.

entrenamiento

strength

Physical capability to perform work, generally related to muscle development.

fuerza

effort

Application of physical energy that generally involves the use of muscles.

esfuerzo

lucky muscle

You have lucky muscle if you always win at games.

Tienes músculo de la suerte si siempre ganas en los juegos.

gym muscle

He spends hours in the gym to have that gym muscle.

Él se pasa horas en el gimnasio para tener ese músculo de gimnasio.

authentic muscle

That guy is for real, he has authentic muscle because of his dedication.

Ese tipo es de verdad, tiene músculo auténtico por su dedicación.