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

Part of Speech

Noun

Phonetic Transcription

/torˈkasa/

Translation Options

• Turtle dove
• Pigeon

Meaning

"Torcaza" is a term commonly used in South America to refer to a specific type of bird, usually translated into English as "turtle dove" or "pigeon." The word is mostly used in oral speech and can be regularly heard in conversations and casual settings. It is related to birds from the genus Zenaida of the dove family.

Examples in Sentences

1. Las torcazas revoloteaban sobre el campo.

2. The turtle doves fluttered over the field.

3. Siempre escuchaba el dulce canto de las torcazas al atardecer.

4. I always listened to the sweet song of the pigeons at sunset.

Idiomatic Expressions

"Torcaza" is not commonly used in Spanish idiomatic expressions.

Etymology

The word "torcaza" comes from the union of two Spanish words, "tortola" meaning dove or turtledove, and "paloma" meaning pigeon.

Synonyms and Antonyms

• Synonyms: Paloma, tortola, zenaida.
• Antonyms: Águila (eagle), halcón (falcon), búho (owl).