boca

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la boca(
boh
-
kah
)
A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
feminine noun
a. mouth
El dentista me pidió que abriera mucho la boca para examinarme los dientes y las encías.The dentist asked me to open my mouth wide to check my teeth and gums.
a. mouth (tunnel)
Cayeron rocas de la montaña y bloquearon la boca del túnel.Some rocks fell down the mountain blocking the mouth of the tunnel.
b. slot (mailbox)
Por favor, metan las cartas por la boca del buzón.Please put the letters through the mailbox slot.
c. entrance
La boca de metro más cercana está solo a dos manzanas de aquí.The nearest metro entrance is located just two blocks away from here.
a. mouth
No puedo permitirme no trabajar porque mi marido está en el paro y tengo tres bocas que alimentar.I can't afford not to work because my husband is unemployed and I have three mouths to feed.
a. taste
Este vino tiene buena boca y un equilibrio perfecto.This wine has a good taste and a perfect balance.
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