Description

Counterfeit refers to items that are made to look like something else, often with the intent to deceive. In a medical context, counterfeit products can include fake medications or medical devices that may pose serious health risks.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'falsificado' is the standard term used in clinical settings. Common variants may include 'falsificación' or 'falsos', which are more colloquial and should be avoided in formal contexts. It is important to maintain a formal register when discussing counterfeit items in healthcare.

Example Sentences

EN: The pharmacy was investigated for selling counterfeit medications.

ES: La farmacia fue investigada por vender medicamentos falsificados.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'falsificado' with 'falsificación'; using colloquial terms instead of the formal term; misinterpreting the context of counterfeit items as non-medical.