huecos

Huecos is the plural of hueco, a Spanish noun that denotes a hollow space or opening within a solid object, or a gap or void in a surface, structure, or plan. The term is used across everyday language and specialized fields to describe physical voids as well as time or organizational gaps.

In general use, hueco refers to any hole, cavity, or opening, such as a hole in a wall, a cavity in a container, or a gap in a schedule. Expressions like “tener un hueco” indicate having a free time slot, while “llenar un hueco” means to fill a missing part or gap in some context.

In architecture and construction, huecos describe openings or recesses in buildings, walls, façades, or mechanical assemblies, including ventilation holes or access openings. They may be intentional design features or points requiring sealing or finishing.

In manufacturing and engineering, huecos can refer to voids or air pockets inside cast or molded parts. Such cavities can affect the strength, weight, or performance of a component and are typically addressed during design or quality control.

In dentistry, huecos is a common, informal way to refer to gaps between teeth or missing teeth. The formal terms are diastemas for gaps between adjacent teeth and edentulous areas for missing teeth.

In geology and paleontology, huecos can describe natural cavities or hollows within rock, soil, or fossil-bearing strata. They appear in various sizes and can host mineral deposits or provide habitats for organisms.

See also: hueco.