Paciente (en. Patient)

/paˈsjen̪te/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A person under medical care.
The patient arrived at the emergency room with severe symptoms.
El paciente llegó a la sala de emergencias con síntomas graves.
A person suffering from an illness and seeking treatment.
The patient must follow the doctor's instructions.
El paciente debe seguir las indicaciones del médico.

Etymology

From Latin 'patiens', which means 'to suffer' or 'to endure'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

waiting patient
A person who is waiting to be attended to in a healthcare service.
paciente en espera
for patients
Reference in relation to people receiving treatment or medical attention.
a pacientes

Related Words

patience
The ability to endure setbacks or delays.
paciencia
hospital
An institution where patients are cared for.
hospital

Slang Meanings

little patient
That little patient was very calm during the consultation.
Ese pacientito estuvo muy tranquilo durante la consulta.