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    Oído (en. Ear)

    /ˈoi̯ðo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Organ that allows the perception of sounds.
    The ear is fundamental for communication.
    El oído es fundamental para comunicarnos.
    Sense that allows the perception of sounds.
    Music is an art that stimulates the ear.
    La música es un arte que estimula el oído.
    Part of the body used for listening.
    She covered her ear to avoid hearing the noise.
    Ella se tapó el oído para no escuchar el ruido.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'audĭtum', meaning 'what is heard'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    by ear
    So that it does not require seeing or studying.
    a oído
    in the ears of
    Heard in the context of someone who is not present.
    en oídos de
    to turn a deaf ear
    To ignore what is said.
    hacer oído sordo

    Related Words

    inner ear
    Part of the ear that helps with balance and hearing.
    oído interno
    outer ear
    Visible part of the ear that captures sound waves.
    oído externo
    middle ear
    Region of the ear that transmits vibrations to the inner ear.
    oído medio

    Slang Meanings

    To be in the know
    I have a good ear for catching gossip.
    Tengo el oído bien afinado para captar chismes.
    To be aware
    He is always listening to stay informed about what is happening.
    Siempre está escuchando para estar de oído en lo que pasa.