Sanidad (en. Health)

/saniˈðad/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Health condition of an individual or population.
Public health is fundamental for social well-being.
La sanidad pública es fundamental para el bienestar social.
Set of services that ensure the health of the community.
Health centers provide medical care to everyone.
Los centros de sanidad ofrecen atención médica a todos.
National system that organizes medical care and disease prevention.
It is important to improve health in rural areas.
Es importante mejorar la sanidad en las zonas rurales.

Etymology

From Latin 'sanitas', which means 'health' or 'well-being'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mental health
State of psychological and emotional health.
sanidad mental
public health issues
Conditions that affect public health.
enfermedades de la sanidad
health services
Medical care provided by public institutions.
servicios de sanidad

Related Words

health
State of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.
salud
disease
Alteration of health.
enfermedad
sanitation
Set of measures aimed at preserving and improving health.
saneamiento

Slang Meanings

To be in good physical shape.
Today I feel healthy.
Hoy me siento de sanidad.
To refer to a good mood.
Yesterday I was in total health.
Ayer estuve de sanidad total.