Portuguese · Body & Health
Orelha
[/oˈɾeʎɐ/]
Ear
Beginnernoun · f
Definition
The organ of hearing and balance in humans and vertebrates.
O órgão da audição e do equilíbrio em humanos.
Example
Minha orelha está doendo.
My ear is hurting.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'auris', the term 'orelha' has undergone phonetic changes in its transition to Portuguese, reflecting the influences of other Romance languages.
How & Where It’s Used
The word 'orelha' is commonly used in both spoken and written forms. It fits into informal and formal registers and is universally recognized across Portuguese-speaking areas.
Literary Heritage
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