carcoma (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Noun

Phonetic Transcription

/karkoma/

Translation Options into English

• Woodworm
• Termite
• Rot

Meaning and Usage

"Carcoma" refers primarily to a type of insect larva, commonly woodworms and some species of beetles that damage wood by burrowing into it. This term is widely used in both general and agricultural contexts. The expression conveys damage or the process of rot due to biological activity, often relating to furniture, wooden structures, or trees.

The frequency of use is moderate; it is often used in both oral and written contexts, particularly in conversations about home maintenance, pest control, or ecology.

Example Sentences

1. La carcoma ha destruido los muebles de la casa.

2. The woodworm has destroyed the furniture in the house.

3. Es necesario tratar la madera para prevenir la carcoma.

4. It is necessary to treat the wood to prevent woodworm.

5. La carcoma es un problema común en casas antiguas.

6. Woodworm is a common problem in old houses.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "carcoma" itself is not commonly found in many idiomatic expressions, it is sometimes associated with phrases that imply decay or deterioration. Here are some related expressions:

1. Caer en la carcoma
2. Significado: referring to something that has fallen into decay or disrepair.

3. Ejemplo: "Ese edificio ha caído en la carcoma desde que lo abandonaron."

   • "That building has fallen into decay since they abandoned it."

4. Luchar contra la carcoma

5. Significado: to fight against something that is deteriorating.

6. Ejemplo: "Estamos luchando contra la carcoma en nuestro patrimonio cultural."

   • "We are fighting against the decay in our cultural heritage."

7. Prevenir la carcoma

8. Significado: to take preventive measures against decay.
9. Ejemplo: "Es muy importante prevenir la carcoma en los muebles de madera."
   • "It is very important to prevent woodworm in wooden furniture."

Etymology

The word "carcoma" comes from the Latin "carcum," which means to rot or decay, reflecting its association with deterioration and pest infestations.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Comején (specific to termites) - Infestación (infestation)

Antonyms: - Madera sana (healthy wood) - Resistencia (resistance)