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    Callo (en. Callus)

    /ˈka.ʝo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Thick tissue that forms on the skin due to constant friction or pressure.
    She has a callus on her foot from wearing tight shoes.
    Ella tiene un callo en el pie por usar zapatos ajustados.
    Any bump or thickening on the skin.
    Calluses can be painful if not properly cared for.
    Los callos pueden ser dolorosos si no se cuidan adecuadamente.
    It can also refer to a part of the muscle tissue in certain edible animals.
    Cow callus is a typical food in some cultures.
    El callo de la vaca es un alimento típico en algunas culturas.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'callus', which means hardness or protuberance.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Madrid-style calluses
    A traditional dish of Spanish cuisine made with the stomach of a cow.
    callos a la madrileña
    to toughen up
    It refers to acquiring resistance to something, especially to pain.
    hacer callo

    Related Words

    callosity
    Increase in thickness of the skin.
    callosidad
    hardness
    Characteristic of being hard or resistant.
    dureza
    blister
    Fluid-filled skin lesion, often caused by friction.
    ampolla

    Slang Meanings

    Tough or resilient person
    That person is a tough nut; they don’t get intimidated easily.
    Esa persona es un callo, no se deja intimidar fácilmente.
    In some contexts, it refers to someone who does not show emotions.
    He is tough; he never cries over anything.
    Es un callo, nunca llora por nada.