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bálsamo

balm

noun BAHL-sah-moh Rare

Origin: From Greek balsamon, via Latin balsamum; the plant was prized in the ancient Near East.

Also means

balsam

Usage Note

Bálsamo is used both literally (a healing or soothing ointment) and figuratively (something that provides relief or comfort). The figurative use is very common: Sus palabras fueron un bálsamo (His words were a balm). Do not confuse with balsámico (balsamic), as in vinagre balsámico.

Examples

"El bálsamo alivió el dolor muscular."

Natural Translation

The balm relieved the muscle pain.

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