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mascarilla
/masˈkaɾiʎa/
face mask
Lleva una mascarilla para protegerse del virus.
Wear a face mask to protect yourself from the virus.
general
A protective covering worn over the nose and mouth, typically to prevent the spread of germs or to protect against airborne particles.
Las mascarillas quirúrgicas son comunes en los hospitales.
Surgical masks are common in hospitals.
Usa una mascarilla N95 para mayor protección.
Use an N95 mask for greater protection.
The term 'mascarilla' is commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries to refer to face masks, especially during health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Usage in Context
In Spanish-speaking countries, 'mascarilla' is the standard term for face masks, especially in medical or public health contexts.
Word Origin
From the Spanish 'máscara' (mask) with the diminutive suffix '-illa', meaning 'little mask'.
Usage Notes
In Spanish, 'mascarilla' can also refer to a facial mask used in beauty treatments, but the primary meaning in modern usage is a protective face mask.
Word Breakdown
máscara
mask
root-illa
small or diminutive
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