Oido (en. Ear)

/ˈoi̯ðo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Organ of the human body that allows the detection of sounds.
The ear is fundamental for verbal communication.
El oído es fundamental para la comunicación verbal.
Ability to hear or listen.
She has an ear that is very sensitive to musical notes.
Ella tiene un oído muy sensible a las notas musicales.
Inner part of the ear that contains the organs of hearing.
The inner ear is crucial for balance.
El oído interno es crucial para el equilibrio.

Etymology

From the Latin 'auditus', which means 'ear' or 'hearing'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

there is no ear
Expression that indicates that what is said is not taken into account.
no hay oído

Related Words

to hear
Perceiving sounds through the ear.
oír
hearing
Ability or action of hearing.
audición
sound
Vibration that is perceived by the ear.
sonido

Slang Meanings

To understand or catch what is being said.
Don't tell me anymore, I already have the ear.
No me lo cuentes más, ya tengo el oído.
To be aware of something.
I have my ear on what's happening at the party.
Tengo el oído en lo que está pasando en la fiesta.