el pulso
the pulse
Example Sentence
Reviso mi pulso y bajo la intensidad.
I check my pulse and lower the intensity.
Meaning
El pulso means pulse or heart rate. It is useful when you monitor intensity and decide to slow down.
Common Phrases
- revisar el pulso — to check your pulse
- tener el pulso alto — to have a high heart rate
Example
Reviso el pulso y descanso un minuto.
I check my pulse and rest for a minute.
Common Mistake
Using la pulsa or mixing with electronics: el pulso is your body signal, not a button press (avoid pulso = presiono in this context).