Traducción & Definición
the gums (anatomy): las encías
Chewing tobacco is bad for your gums. Mascar tabaco es malo para sus encías.
(a piece of) chewing gum: un chicle
Atención, chewing gum nunca va precedido por el artículo a:
Would you like some chewing gum? Would you like a piece of chewing gum? ¿Quieres un chicle?
a stick of gum un chicle
Pronunciation examples
UK: Please don't chew gum in my lesson. Go and put it in the bin.
US: I have very healthy teeth and gums.
Ejemplos
- "Your business card was attached to the patient's buttocks with chewing gum. He refuses to reveal his name, and broke a fire-extinguisher during check in."
- "We will be using a local anesthetic to numb your gums, so please let us know if you are allergic to any medication."
- "This is a reminder from Dr. Pulyer Molar and the Happy Gums Dental Care Clinic for Mr. Bruno Delavigne."
- "Several wads of chewing gum wedged beneath the paper tray"
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