músculo
muscle
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈmus.ku.lo/
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Cultural Note
'Músculo' comes from the Latin 'musculus' (little mouse), because the Romans thought flexed muscles looked like mice moving under the skin. 'Musculoso' (muscular) is the adjective form. Gym culture and bodybuilding have grown significantly in Spain in recent decades.
📝 Example Sentences
Tiene los músculos muy definidos.
He has very defined muscles.
Me he hecho un tirón en un músculo de la pierna.
I've pulled a muscle in my leg.
El ejercicio fortalece los músculos.
Exercise strengthens the muscles.