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    Respiración (en. Breathing)

    /respiɾaˈsjon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Process by which organisms exchange gases with the environment.
    Breathing is essential for life.
    La respiración es esencial para la vida.
    Movement of air in and out of the lungs.
    His breathing became rapid after running.
    Su respiración se volvió agitada después de correr.
    Biological function that allows for the intake of oxygen and the removal of carbon dioxide.
    Cellular respiration occurs in the mitochondria.
    La respiración celular ocurre en las mitocondrias.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'respiratio' meaning 'the action of breathing'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    deep breathing
    Act of inhaling and exhaling deeply.
    respiración profunda
    artificial respiration
    Method used to induce breathing in someone who is not breathing.
    respiración artificial
    take a breath
    Action of inhaling deeply to fill the lungs.
    tomar aire

    Related Words

    to breathe
    Action of taking in air.
    respirar
    respirator
    Device that assists with breathing.
    respirador
    hyperventilation
    Abnormal increase in the breathing rate.
    hiperventilación

    Slang Meanings

    To take in air into the lungs intensely.
    After climbing, I needed a good breath.
    Después de escalar, necesitaba una buena respiración.
    To maintain calm in stressful situations.
    When I feel nervous, I focus on my breathing.
    Cuando me siento nervioso, me concentro en mi respiración.