Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
orelha
noun
[oh-REL-yah]
Definition
The external part of the ear that is visible on the outside of the head.
Examples
- Ela colocou o cabelo atrás da orelha.
- A orelha dele está machucada.
- Os brincos ficam bonitos na sua orelha.
Meaning
The term ‘orelha’ in Portuguese refers specifically to the ear’s outer structure, which helps in collecting sound waves and directing them into the ear canal.
Synonyms
- aurícula
- orelha externa
- oído