What does "curandero" mean in English?

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Spanish

curandero

English

healer

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Alternative translations of "curandero"

healer (folk)
medicine man
shaman
witch doctor

Examples of how to use "curandero" in Spanish

Spanish
Un curandero le recetó unas hierbas.
English
A healer prescribed some herbs for him.
Spanish
El curandero prepara una infusión para mí
English
The healer is preparing an infusion for me.
Spanish
Conocí a una curandera en el mercado
English
I met a healer woman at the market.
Spanish
El curandero estudió remedios naturales antiguos
English
The healer studied ancient natural remedies.
Spanish
La curandera limpia la casa con sal
English
The healer woman cleans the house with salt.

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Un curandero le recetó unas hierbas.

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