Spanish Conversation · Level 66
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Spanish word
dentadura
Pronunciation
IPA/dentaˈðuɾa/
Meaning
- feminine nounset of teeth
Example
La dentadura de un adulto tiene 32 dientes.
An adult's set of teeth consists of 32 teeth.
More examples
La salud de la dentadura mejora con un buen cepillado diario.
Dental health improves with good daily brushing.
Core concept
Whole mouth's set of teeth, including natural teeth or dental prostheses.
Common phrases
salud de la dentadura
dental health
problemas en la dentadura
dental problems
dentadura adulta
adult teeth
Similar words
diente: Single tooth in the mouth, one individual dental unit.
muela: Large back tooth used for grinding and crushing food.
encía: Soft gum tissue that surrounds and supports the teeth.
prótesis: Artificial device that replaces missing teeth or parts of the jaw.
Definition in Spanish
Conjunto de los dientes que forman la dentición en la boca; puede englobar tanto los dientes naturales como una dentadura postiza.
Word origin
The Spanish term derives from Latin dens 'tooth' plus the suffix -adura, literally meaning a gathering of teeth.
Usage tips
- The word contrasts with dentición, which names the process or stage of teething, and dentadura postiza or prótesis dental makes clear the artificial sense.