la corona
the crown
Example Sentence
La corona se soltó y pedí una cita.
I booked an appointment because the crown came loose.
Meaning
La corona is a dental crown, a protective cap placed over a tooth. In dental Spanish, it often comes up when something feels loose or needs replacement.
Common Phrases
- una corona dental — a dental crown
- poner una corona — to place a crown
Example
La corona dental protege el diente.
The dental crown protects the tooth.
Common Mistake
Using the wrong article: la corona is correct; el corona is incorrect.