Ear in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'ear' is 'oreja', pronounced oh-REH-hah (IPA: /oˈɾexa/). It is an A1-level feminine noun (plural: orejas).
Pronunciation: oh-REH-hah
| Spanish | oreja |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | oh-REH-hah · /oˈɾexa/ |
| Part of speech | noun (feminine) |
| Plural | orejas |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'oreja'
- El conejo tiene las orejas largas.
The rabbit has long ears. - Ella lleva aretes en las orejas.
She wears earrings in her ears. - Me duelen las orejas por el frío.
My ears hurt because of the cold. - Mi perro mueve las orejas cuando me escucha.
My dog moves his ears when he hears me.
Common Phrases with 'oreja'
- con las orejas paradas
with ears pricked up / paying close attention
How to Use 'oreja'
'Oreja' is the visible outer ear; 'oído' is the inner ear and the sense of hearing. An earache is 'me duele el oído', not 'la oreja' — learners mix these up constantly.
Regional note: Earrings worn in the ears are 'aretes' in most of Latin America, 'pendientes' in Spain, and 'aros' in the Southern Cone.
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Ear' in Spanish is 'oreja', pronounced oh-REH-hah.
It is spelled o-r-e-j-a.
'Oreja' is feminine: you say 'la oreja'.
The plural of 'oreja' is 'orejas'.
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