lóbulo
“lóbulo” means “lobe” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
lobe, earlobe
Also: part
📝 In Action
Me hice un piercing en el lóbulo de la oreja.
A2I got a piercing on my earlobe.
El lóbulo frontal del cerebro es responsable de las decisiones.
B2The frontal lobe of the brain is responsible for decisions.
El médico examinó el lóbulo inferior del pulmón.
C1The doctor examined the lower lobe of the lung.
lobe, foil
📝 In Action
Esta hoja tiene tres lóbulos bien definidos.
B2This leaf has three well-defined lobes.
La ventana gótica está decorada con lóbulos de piedra.
C1The Gothic window is decorated with stone foils/lobes.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: lóbulo
Question 1 of 3
If you are getting a standard earring, which part of your body are you piercing?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'lobulus', which is a smaller version of 'lobus' (meaning a rounded projection or section).
First recorded: 17th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'lóbulo' only for ears?
No! While common for ears, it is also a technical term for sections of the brain, lungs, and liver, as well as parts of leaves and architecture.
What is the difference between 'lobo' and 'lóbulo'?
'Lobo' means 'wolf'. 'Lóbulo' means 'lobe'. Be careful not to say you have a wolf in your ear!
Is it a very formal word?
It is neutral. You use it at the doctor's or the jewelry store, but it's not overly stuffy or academic.