orecchio
ear
In Italian, the word 'orecchio' is used to refer to the ear. It is a masculine noun, and it is used in the same way as the English word 'ear'. For example, 'Ho dolore all'orecchio' means 'I have earache'.
Example sentences using: orecchio
Mi fischia l'orecchio.
My ear is ringing.
This phrase can be used literally if someone's ear is physically ringing. However, it can also be used metaphorically to indicate that someone has a feeling or hunch about something.
Hai qualcosa nell'orecchio?
Do you have something in your ear?
This is a direct question generally asked when someone isn’t responding or paying attention, implying that they might have something in their ear blocking their hearing. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Non ho un orecchio per la musica.
I don't have an ear for music.
This phrase is used to express that someone does not have a natural ability to recognize, appreciate, and produce music. It is a common idiom used in both Italian and English.