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    Nucha (en. Nucha)

    ˈnu.tʃa

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Region located at the back of the neck.
    The nape is a very sensitive area of the body.
    La nucha es una zona muy sensible en el cuerpo.
    In some contexts, it refers to the back of the head.
    She massaged her nape because it was giving her a headache.
    Ella se masajeó la nucha porque le daba dolor de cabeza.
    Area where the neck connects with the head.
    The doctor examined the nape for any abnormalities.
    El médico examinó la nucha para detectar alguna anomalía.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'nucha', which means 'nape' or 'back of the neck'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    nucha word
    in this context, it is used colloquially to refer to ignorance or disinterest in a specific topic.
    palabra nucha
    to hold by the nape
    it means to take someone by force or to detain them.
    sujetar por la nucha

    Related Words

    nape
    synonym for nucha, also refers to the back of the neck.
    nuca
    neck
    part of the human body that connects the head with the trunk.
    cuello

    Slang Meanings

    To have one's head in the clouds.
    You're not paying attention; it seems like your nape is elsewhere.
    No prestas atención, pareces tener la nucha en otro lado.
    To have a bad time.
    After the argument, I was left with a tense nape.
    Después de la discusión, me quedé con la nucha tensa.