This is the 4060th most frequent Spanish word.
cáncer
The Spanish word "cáncer" means "cancer" in English, referring to a disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells.
In this case, 'cáncer' refers to one of the astrological signs.
Algunos signos del zodiaco se consideran regidos por el cáncer.
Some zodiac signs are believed to be governed by Cancer.
In this sentence, 'cáncer' is used in its primary medical sense, referring to a serious health condition.
El cáncer es una enfermedad que afecta a muchas personas.
Cancer is a disease that affects many people.
Here, 'cáncer' is used metaphorically to describe a detrimental issue within society.