What does «sobador» mean in Spanish?
- Apparatus used to rub the skins.
- Flatterer, flattering.
♦ Used in: USA - Mexico - Massage therapist who is responsible for relieving muscle aches and pains. They do not usually have formal professional training, but claim to heal damaged joints, back pain and other ailments. It does not have a good reputation among physicians and physiotherapists, so the word may also be used derogatorily.
♦ Used in: USA
Examples of use in Spanish: "en barrios latinos es común hallar sobadores".
"Un sobador usa ungüentos, cremas y aceites para hacer masajes en las áreas adoloridas del cuerpo".
"Creo más en el sobador que en el médico".