carúncula
/kaɾunkula/from spelling rules
The English phrase "turkey wattle" is translated into Spanish as carúncula.
carúncula refers to the fleshy, red skin that hangs from the neck of a turkey.
How do you pronounce it?
/kaɾunkula/
Did you know?
- In Spanish medical terminology, carúncula is used to describe the small, fleshy growth found in the inner corner of the human eye.
- While carúncula is the precise term, many Spanish speakers use papada to describe a turkey's wattle, which is also the common word for a human double chin.
- If you use carúncula in a casual conversation about cooking, you may sound like a veterinarian or a biology professor rather than a chef.
Examples in context
- ¿Cómo se llama este pliegue en el cuello del pavo?What is this fold called in the turkey's neck?
- La carúncula del pavo es de color rojo intenso.The turkey wattle is an intense red color.
- Observamos la carúncula del ave con detalle.We observed the bird's wattle in detail.
- Esa carúncula parece estar un poco seca.That wattle looks a little bit dry.
Example conversation
Javier and Lucía are visiting a farm.
- JavierMira qué grande es la carúncula de ese pavo.Look how big that turkey's wattle is.
- LucíaEs verdad, Javier, es muy llamativa.It's true, Javier, it is very striking.
- JavierParece que está muy sano.It looks like he is very healthy.
- LucíaSí, tiene un color muy vivo.Yes, it has a very vivid color.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
