testicles
word · lemma: testicle
/ˈtɛsˌtɪkəɫz/
TES-ti-kuhlz
/tˈɛstɪkəlz/
TES-ti-kuhlz
Definition
The testicles are the two oval organs in males that produce sperm and the hormone testosterone.
Usage & Nuances
'Testicles' is a medical and anatomical term; in informal contexts, people often say 'balls' or other slang words. Used mostly in biological, health, or educational discussions. Can be sensitive, so context and audience matter.
Spanish: testículosPortuguese (BR): testículosPortuguese (PT): testículosChinese (Simplified): 睾丸Chinese (Traditional): 睾丸Hindi: वृषणArabic: خصيتانBengali: বৃষ্যRussian: яичкиJapanese: 精巣Vietnamese: tinh hoànKorean: 고환Turkish: testisUrdu: خصیےIndonesian: testis
Example Sentences
The doctor checked his testicles during the exam.
basic
Boys learn about their testicles during health classes at school.
basic
Some animals have larger testicles than others.
basic
Don't worry, it's normal for testicles to be different sizes.
natural
Wearing tight pants can sometimes hurt your testicles.
natural
He got hit in the testicles during the soccer game, and it hurt a lot.
natural