condom
word
/ˈkɑndəm/
KON-duhm
/kˈɒndəm/
KON-duhm
Definition
A condom is a thin covering, usually made of latex, worn during sex to prevent pregnancy and protect against sexually transmitted infections.
Usage & Nuances
'Condom' is the standard, neutral term for sexual protection. In formal contexts, 'protective barrier' or 'prophylactic' might also be used, but these are rare. Common collocations include 'use a condom,' 'wear a condom,' and 'buy condoms.' 'Rubber' is an informal/slang term. Not to be confused with 'contraceptive' (broader methods).
Spanish: condón - preservativoPortuguese (BR): camisinha - preservativoPortuguese (PT): preservativo - camisinhaChinese (Simplified): 安全套 - 避孕套Chinese (Traditional): 保險套 - 避孕套Hindi: कंडोमArabic: واقي ذكريBengali: কনডমRussian: презервативJapanese: コンドームVietnamese: bao cao suKorean: 콘돔Turkish: prezervatif - kondomUrdu: کنڈومIndonesian: kondom
Example Sentences
Do you have a condom?
natural
They give out free condoms at the clinic.
natural
Oops, I forgot to bring a condom.
natural
Always use a condom to help prevent diseases.
basic
He bought a box of condoms at the pharmacy.
basic
A condom can help prevent pregnancy.
basic