curar
to cure, to heal
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ku.ˈɾaɾ/
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Cultural Note
Spain has a universal healthcare system (Sistema Nacional de Salud). 'Curar' also means to cure meat or cheese — 'jamón curado' (cured ham) is a national treasure. Folk medicine remedies ('remedios caseros') are still popular alongside modern medicine.
📝 Example Sentences
El tiempo cura todas las heridas.
Time heals all wounds.
El médico le curó la infección con antibióticos.
The doctor cured the infection with antibiotics.
La herida tardó dos semanas en curarse.
The wound took two weeks to heal.