El paramédico
Example: El paramédico llegó rápido para atender al herido en la calle.
Definition
"El paramédico" refers to a medical professional trained to provide emergency care and treatment to patients before they reach a hospital. Paramedics respond quickly to accidents or medical emergencies, offering vital assistance and stabilization in urgent situations.
Etymology
The term "el paramédico" originates from the Greek prefix 'para-' meaning 'beside' or 'alongside,' combined with 'médico,' the Spanish word for 'doctor' or 'medical.' It literally means 'beside the doctor,' indicating their role in supporting medical professionals during emergencies.
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"El paramédico" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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