Also means
auricle
Usage Note
Ohrmuschel is the visible, shell-shaped outer part of the ear that collects sound waves. The image of a mussel (Muschel) captures the shape perfectly. Distinct from Gehörgang (ear canal) and Trommelfell (eardrum).
Examples
"Er hielt die Hand an die Ohrmuschel, um besser zu hören."
Natural Translation
He cupped his hand around his ear to hear better.
Literal Translation
He held the hand at the outer ear, to hear better.
Related Words
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- Anosmie anosmia, loss of smell
- Blick look
- Bogengang semicircular canal (inner ear)
- Brennen burning sensation
- Dunkeladaptation dark adaptation (eye adjustment from light to darkness)
- Dämmerungssehen twilight vision, scotopic vision
- Eigengeruch body odour; characteristic personal scent
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