No. 4,060 in Spanish
cáncer
The Spanish word "cáncer" means "cancer" in English, referring to a disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells.
In a sentence
El cáncer es una enfermedad que afecta a muchas personas.
Cancer is a disease that affects many people.
In this sentence, 'cáncer' is used in its primary medical sense, referring to a serious health condition.
El cáncer del tejido social puede ser combatido con educación y valores.
The cancer of the social fabric can be fought with education and values.
Here, 'cáncer' is used metaphorically to describe a detrimental issue within society.
Algunos signos del zodiaco se consideran regidos por el cáncer.
Some zodiac signs are believed to be governed by Cancer.
In this case, 'cáncer' refers to one of the astrological signs.
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