Scalpels Meaning in English

word · lemma: scalpel

US

ˈskæɫpəɫz

SKAL-puhlz

UK

skˈælpəlz

SKAL-puhlz

Definition

Scalpels are small, very sharp knives that doctors or surgeons use when performing medical operations.

Usage & Nuances

Used mainly in medical and surgical contexts, rarely outside. The plural 'scalpels' refers to multiple blades/tools. Often appears with words like 'sterile', 'disposable', or 'set of'. Commonly confused with 'knives', but 'scalpel' is specialized for surgery.

• Spanish: bisturíes
• Portuguese (BR): bisturis
• Portuguese (PT): bisturis
• Chinese (Simplified): 手术刀
• Chinese (Traditional): 手術刀
• Hindi: सर्जिकल चाकू
• Arabic: مشارط
• Bengali: স্ক্যালপেল
• Russian: скальпели
• Japanese: メス
• Vietnamese: dao mổ
• Korean: 메스
• Turkish: neşter
• Urdu: اسکیلپیل
• Indonesian: pisau bedah

Example Sentences

Doctors use scalpels during surgery.

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The nurse cleaned all the scalpels before the operation.

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There are different types of scalpels for various procedures.

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We need fresh scalpels for this delicate procedure.

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All the scalpels were laid out neatly on the sterile tray.

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Could you pass me one of those scalpels over there?

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