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


Part of Speech

Ostra is a noun.

Phonetic Transcription

/ˈos.tɾa/

Translation Options into English

Meaning and Usage

The word ostra refers to a type of bivalve mollusk that typically has a rough, irregular shell. Oysters are often found in marine or brackish habitats and are well-known for their culinary use, especially in seafood dishes. They can be eaten raw or cooked and are considered a delicacy in many cultures.

In the Spanish language, "ostra" is used in both culinary and ecological contexts. It is commonly found in discussions related to seafood, marine life, and gastronomy. The word is frequently used in oral speech and written contexts, especially in culinary literature, menus, and food-related conversations.

Example Sentences

  1. Los pescadores trajeron muchas ostras frescas del mar.
  2. The fishermen brought many fresh oysters from the sea.

  3. Ella siempre ordena ostras en los restaurantes de mariscos.

  4. She always orders oysters at seafood restaurants.

  5. Las ostras son consideradas un manjar en muchas culturas.

  6. Oysters are considered a delicacy in many cultures.

Idiomatic Expressions

While not as commonly used in idiomatic expressions, the word "ostra" can appear in a few expressions that convey certain meanings or comparisons.

Example Sentences with Idiomatic Expressions

  1. No me vengas con historias de ostras, que esto es en serio.
  2. Don’t come at me with oyster stories, this is serious.

  3. Esa idea es tan rara como una ostra en la luna.

  4. That idea is as strange as an oyster on the moon.

  5. Se quedó mudo como una ostra después de escuchar la noticia.

  6. He was as quiet as an oyster after hearing the news.

Etymology

The word ostra comes from the Latin word "ostrea," which refers to the same type of mollusk. The change in form reflects the natural evolution of the word through the centuries as languages changed and adapted.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Bivalvo (Bivalve) - Molusco (Mollusk)

Antonyms: - No tiene antónimos directos, ya que es un sustantivo específico que se refiere a un tipo de marisco. (It does not have direct antonyms, as it is a specific noun referring to a type of seafood.)



22-07-2024