Órganos (en. Organs)
/ˈoɾɣa.nos/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Sets of tissues that perform vital functions in living beings.
Organs such as the heart and lungs are essential for life.
Los órganos como el corazón y los pulmones son esenciales para la vida.
Musical instruments that produce sound through pipes and air.
The organ of the cathedral is famous for its great sound.
El órgano de la catedral es famoso por su gran sonoridad.
Structures that are part of an organization, institution, or system.
Government organs are responsible for the administration of the country.
Los órganos de gobierno se encargan de la administración del país.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'organum', which means instrument or part of the body.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to make an organ
To have a conversation or engage in a group activity.
hacer un órgano
control organs
Entities or institutions that supervise or regulate.
órganos de control
sensory organs
Parts of the body that perceive information from the environment.
órganos sensoriales
Related Words
tissue
Sets of cells that form the organs.
tecido
system
A group of organs that work together for a specific function.
sistema
function
Activity that an organ performs within an organism.
función
Slang Meanings
Organs of happiness
When I am at the concert, I feel like my organs of happiness are working a lot.
Cuando estoy en el concierto, siento que mis órganos de la felicidad están a mil.
Human body in relation to its musicality
She says she has a special organ for dancing.
Ella dice que tiene un órgano especial para bailar.