El hospital
Example: El hospital atiende a pacientes con diversas enfermedades graves.
Definition
"El hospital" refers to a healthcare institution where patients with various serious illnesses receive medical treatment, care, and support. It serves as a place for diagnosis, surgery, emergency services, and long-term care under the supervision of medical professionals.
Etymology
"El hospital" originates from the Latin word 'hospitale,' meaning a place of hospitality or guest reception. Over time, it evolved to denote establishments dedicated to caring for the sick and injured, reflecting its role as a refuge for those in need of medical attention.
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"El hospital" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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