branquia

Noun feminine B2 #44789 most common

Translations

Used primarily in biological contexts.

Las branquias de los peces son esenciales para su supervivencia, ya que les permiten respirar bajo el agua.

The gills of fish are essential for their survival, as they allow them to breathe underwater.

Las branquias del pez estaban muy abiertas, lo que indicaba que estaba en peligro.

The fish's gills were wide open, which indicated it was in danger.