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

Part of Speech

The word "corcova" is a noun.

Phonetic Transcription

/koɾˈkoβa/

Translation Options into English

The term "corcova" can be translated as "hump" or "hunch."

Meaning and Usage

"Corcova" refers to a swelling or hump on a person's back, commonly associated with certain medical conditions such as kyphosis. It can also be used metaphorically to describe something that stands out or is abnormal. The frequency of use is moderate, and it is often found in both oral speech and written contexts, especially in medical discussions.

Example Sentences

1. "El médico le dijo que la corcova podría causar problemas de postura."

2. "The doctor told him that the hump could cause posture problems."

3. "La corcova de la jirafa es una de las características más conocidas de su anatomía."

4. "The hump of the giraffe is one of the most well-known features of its anatomy."

Idiomatic Expressions

The word "corcova" is not frequently found in idiomatic expressions; however, it can be related to certain phrases that pertain to discomfort or burdens.

Example Sentences with Idiomatic Expressions

1. "Cargar con la corcova de sus problemas le estaba afectando emocionalmente."

2. "Carrying the hump of her problems was affecting her emotionally."

3. "Nos dijo que si no lidiamos con la corcova de nuestras preocupaciones, no encontraremos la paz."

4. "He told us that if we don’t deal with the hump of our worries, we won't find peace."

Etymology

The word "corcova" comes from the Latin "corcova," which refers to a crooked or distorted form. It evolved in the Spanish language to represent the specific anatomical feature of a hump or hunch.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms

• Joroba (hump)
• Jorobado (hunched, hunchback)

Antonyms

• Rectitud (straightness)
• Desahogo (relief, as in freedom from burdens)