The word "nuca" is a noun.
/nuka/
The primary translation of "nuca" into English is "nape" (the back of the neck).
In Spanish, "nuca" refers specifically to the back portion of the neck, often used in contexts related to anatomy, health, or physical discomfort. The term is commonly used in both oral and written contexts, such as in medical discussions or when describing pain in that area, but it may be more prevalent in written contexts due to its specificity.
The word "nuca" is relatively frequent in medical terminology and discussions about human anatomy. It is less commonly used in everyday conversation unless someone is discussing a specific issue related to neck pain or discomfort.
My nape hurts after working many hours on the computer.
El médico examinó la nuca del paciente para descartar lesiones.
The doctor examined the patient's nape to rule out injuries.
Ella siempre lleva el cabello recogido para evitar la tensión en la nuca.
While "nuca" may not be commonly found as part of idiomatic expressions, it is occasionally used in phrases that evoke the neck or connected areas. Below are a few related expressions and examples:
"I have a knot in my nape." (Indicating stress or tension)
"A veces me duele hasta la nuca por la mala postura."
"Sometimes my nape even hurts due to poor posture."
"El estrés puede afectar no solo la cabeza, sino también la nuca."
The word "nuca" comes from the Latin "nuca," which also referred to the back of the neck. It has evolved in the Spanish language, retaining similar meanings across various contexts.
In medical contexts, "nuca" specifically denotes the back of the neck, while its general synonyms like "cuello" encompass a broader area, including the front and all sides of the neck.