scala
What is another word for scala? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A ladder-like structure, especially one of the fluid-filled channels inside the inner ear.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin scāla, "ladder" — the same root that gives English "scale."
Full origin of scala →Frequently asked questions
What does “scala” mean?
The word “scala” means a ladder-like structure, especially one of the fluid-filled channels inside the inner ear. In plain terms, a technical, anatomical term for a ladder-like channel inside the ear, mostly seen in medical and biology contexts.
How do you pronounce “scala”?
“Scala” is pronounced SKAH-lah (/ˈskɑlɑ/ in IPA).
How do you use “scala” in a sentence?
Here is “scala” used in a sentence: “The scala tympani is one of the three main chambers of the cochlea.”
What part of speech is “scala”?
“Scala” is a noun.
Where does the word “scala” come from?
The word “scala” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin scāla, "ladder" — the same root that gives English "scale.".
Related words
scala naturae
scala tympani
scala vestibuli
