Testículo (en. Testicle)

/tesˈtikulo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The testicles are responsible for the production of sperm.
The testicles are located in the scrotum.
Los testículos se encuentran en el escroto.
The health of the testicles is vital for male fertility.
The doctor performed an examination of the testicles to check their health.
El médico realizó un examen de los testículos para verificar su salud.
The production of testosterone mainly occurs in the testicles.
A hormonal imbalance can affect the functioning of the testicles.
Un desequilibrio hormonal puede afectar el funcionamiento de los testículos.

Etymology

From Latin 'testiculus', diminutive of 'testis', which means witness.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to hit in the testicle
to suffer a blow to the testicle.
dar en el testículo
to know about testicles
to have experience or knowledge about a specific topic.
saber de testículos
to get involved in testicles
to interfere or get involved in a delicate situation.
meterse en testículos

Related Words

sperm
liquid that carries sperm.
esperma
testosterone
hormone that regulates male sexual characteristics.
testosterona
scrotum
sac that contains the testicles.
escroto

Slang Meanings

balls
The boxer took a hit in the balls.
El boxeador recibió un golpe en los huevos.
cojones
That guy has a lot of cojones to face challenges.
Ese tipo tiene muchos cojones para enfrentarse a los desafíos.
balls
He got his balls broken in the accident.
Se le rompieron las bolas en el accidente.