How to Say "canine tooth" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “canine tooth” is “colmillo” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
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nounA2
human or animal anatomy
Examples
El niño perdió su primer colmillo ayer.
The boy lost his first canine tooth yesterday.
El elefante tiene colmillos de marfil muy grandes.
The elephant has very large ivory tusks.
Ten cuidado con esa serpiente, tiene colmillos venenosos.
Be careful with that snake; it has poisonous fangs.
A Specific Type of Tooth
In English, we often just say 'tooth,' but Spanish speakers are very specific. 'Colmillo' is only used for the pointed teeth (canines). For flat back teeth, use 'muela'.
Using 'diente' for everything
Mistake: “Me duele el diente de atrás.”
Correction: Me duele la muela.
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