Meaning & Definition of word "Concha"

Concha

/ˈkɒŋ.kə/

1. A shell or shell-like structure, often used to refer to various types of shells found in nature.
- Example: The beach was littered with colorful conchas that sparkled in the sunlight.
2. The large shell of a mollusk, particularly the one that has a spiral shape, often used in decoration or as a container.
- Example: She collected a concha from the shore as a keepsake from her trip.
3. In anatomy, a term used to refer to certain structures in the ear and nose that resemble shells.
- Example: The concha of the ear plays a crucial role in directing sound waves into the auditory canal.
4. A type of sweet bread or pastry from Mexico that has a sugar topping, shaped like a shell.
- Example: I enjoyed a warm concha with my coffee at the local bakery.

From Latin 'concha', meaning 'shell'.

concha de la música:

A musical term referring to the best part of a song.

concha acústica:

Refers to an acoustic shell that amplifies sound.

mollusk:

A member of the large phylum Mollusca, which includes creatures with shells.

auditory:

Relating to the sense of hearing.

Meaning: Used in some cultures to refer to a woman's genitalia informally.

Example Sentence: He used the word concha in a crude joke.

Meaning: In certain contexts, can mean 'cool' or 'awesome'.

Example Sentence: That party was concha!