cuello
“cuello” means “neck” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
neck
Also: cervical spine
📝 In Action
Me duele el cuello por dormir en una mala posición.
A1My neck hurts from sleeping in a bad position.
Ella lleva un collar elegante en su cuello.
A2She is wearing an elegant necklace on her neck.
Por favor, estira el cuello antes de empezar el ejercicio.
A2Please, stretch your neck before starting the exercise.
collar
Also: neckline, neck
📝 In Action
Tienes una mancha en el cuello de la camisa.
A2You have a stain on the collar of your shirt.
Necesito una blusa con cuello en V para este traje.
B1I need a blouse with a V-neck for this suit.
El cuello de la botella es muy delgado.
B1The neck of the bottle is very thin.
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Quick Quiz: cuello
Question 1 of 2
Which Spanish phrase means 'I need a sweater with a high neck'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes directly from the Latin word *collum*, which meant 'neck'. It has remained very consistent in its meaning for centuries.
First recorded: Around the 13th century in documented Spanish.
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'cuello' and 'garganta'?
'Cuello' refers to the external, visible part of the neck that holds your head up and wears necklaces. 'Garganta' refers to the internal tube or passage (the throat) used for swallowing and breathing.
Why is 'cuello' masculine even though it ends in 'o'?
'Cuello' is masculine ('el cuello'). While many nouns ending in 'o' are masculine, its gender simply needs to be learned, just like 'la mano' (hand) is feminine even though it ends in 'o'.