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Hogar y Jardín - Decoración del hogar

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con la decoración del hogar como "zócalo", "colgante", y "jarrón".

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baseboard
[Sustantivo]

a long and narrow piece of wood attached to the bottom of the walls of a house

rodapié

rodapié

Ex: The baseboard in the living room was chipped and needed some touch-up work .El **zócalo** en la sala estaba astillado y necesitaba algún trabajo de retoque.
cushion
[Sustantivo]

a bag made of cloth that is filled with soft material, used for leaning or sitting on

cojín, almohadón

cojín, almohadón

Ex: She leaned back against the cushion while watching TV .Se recostó contra el **cojín** mientras veía la televisión.
hanging
[Sustantivo]

a large ornamental piece of cloth hung around and above a bed or on a wall

colgadura

colgadura

decoration
[Sustantivo]

a thing that is added to make something look more beautiful

decoración

decoración

knick-knack
[Sustantivo]

a small decorative item, often trivial or of little value, used to adorn shelves or display surfaces

chuchería

chuchería

Ex: Her office is filled with little knick-knacks, each with its own story .Su oficina está llena de pequeños **chucherías**, cada una con su propia historia.
ornament
[Sustantivo]

something that is used to decorate a house, piece of clothing, etc.

adorno

adorno

paint
[Sustantivo]

a colored liquid that you put on a surface to decorate or protect it

pintura

pintura

Ex: They mixed red and yellow paint to create an orange color .Mezclaron **pintura** roja y amarilla para crear un color naranja.
picture rail
[Sustantivo]

a long and narrow piece of wood attached horizontally to a wall, which is designed to hang pictures from

moldura para colgar cuadros

moldura para colgar cuadros

Ex: They decided to hang the large painting from the picture rail to keep it safe from damage .Decidieron colgar el gran cuadro del **riel para cuadros** para mantenerlo a salvo de daños.
redecoration
[Sustantivo]

the act of changing the style or appearance of a room by adding or updating things like colors, furniture, or decorations

renovación

renovación

Ex: His idea for redecoration was to bring in some plants and artwork to liven up the room .Su idea de **redecoración** era traer algunas plantas y obras de arte para animar la habitación.
shabby chic
[Sustantivo]

an informal decoration style using items and pieces of furniture that look old and worn-out in a pleasant way

estilo de diseño de interiores que usa elementos desgastados o raídos de forma efectista

estilo de diseño de interiores que usa elementos desgastados o raídos de forma efectista

wallpaper
[Sustantivo]

a type of thick paper used for covering the surface of a wall or ceiling, particularly for decoration

papel de empapelar

papel de empapelar

Ex: The kids ’ room was decorated with cartoon-themed wallpaper.La habitación de los niños estaba decorada con **papel pintado** de temática de dibujos animados.

to adorn the inside of a house or room in order to make it more beautiful

decorar

decorar

Ex: They hired professionals to decorate the office space with a modern and sleek wallpaper design .Contrataron a profesionales para **decorar** el espacio de oficina con un diseño de papel tapiz moderno y elegante.
to hang
[Verbo]

to attach a painting, clock, etc. to a wall using a hook

adornar algo con

adornar algo con

to add decorative items to something in order to make it look more attractive

adornar

adornar

Ex: To personalize the space , she ornamented her desk with small trinkets and framed photos .Para personalizar el espacio, ella **adornó** su escritorio con pequeños adornos y fotos enmarcadas.
to paint
[Verbo]

to cover a surface or object with a colored liquid, usually for decoration

pintar

pintar

Ex: They decided to paint the exterior of their house a cheerful yellow .Decidieron **pintar** el exterior de su casa de un alegre amarillo.

to stick a thick and often decorative paper onto the wall or ceiling of a building

empapelar

empapelar

to change the appearance of a room by applying new paint or wallpaper

redecorar

redecorar

bookend
[Sustantivo]

a small object, typically made of metal or wood, that is placed on either end of a row of books to keep them standing upright and prevent them from falling over

sujetalibros, apoyalibros

sujetalibros, apoyalibros

candle
[Sustantivo]

a block or stick of wax with a string inside that can be lit to produce light

vela, candela

vela, candela

Ex: The power outage forced us to rely on candles for illumination during the storm .El apagón nos obligó a depender de **velas** para iluminarnos durante la tormenta.
wall art
[Sustantivo]

any type of artwork, decoration or adornment that is displayed on the walls of a room or space, such as paintings, photographs, posters, tapestries, and other decorative items

arte de pared, decoración de pared

arte de pared, decoración de pared

ornamental elements like knobs, pulls, handles, hinges, and accessories that are added to furniture, cabinetry, doors, etc. to enhance their appearance

herrajes decorativos

herrajes decorativos

Ex: The bathroom looked much more stylish after she updated the faucets and other decorative hardware.El baño se veía mucho más elegante después de que actualizó los grifos y otros **accesorios decorativos**.
picture frame
[Sustantivo]

a decorative structure that holds and displays artwork, consisting of a frame and a protective sheet of glass or plastic

marco de foto, portarretratos

marco de foto, portarretratos

Ex: I need to buy a new picture frame for this artwork before hanging it on the wall .Necesito comprar un nuevo **marco de cuadro** para esta obra de arte antes de colgarla en la pared.
throw pillow
[Sustantivo]

a small cushion that is used primarily for aesthetic purposes to add color, texture, and style to a room's décor

cojín decorativo, almohadón de adorno

cojín decorativo, almohadón de adorno

Ex: I bought new throw pillows to give the room a fresh look for the season .Compré nuevos **cojines decorativos** para darle a la habitación un aspecto fresco para la temporada.
vase
[Sustantivo]

a container used as a decoration or used for putting cut flowers in

florero, jarrón

florero, jarrón

Ex: As a gift , she received a delicate glass vase filled with fragrant lavender , bringing a touch of nature indoors .Como regalo, recibió un **jarrón** de vidrio delicado lleno de lavanda fragante, llevando un toque de naturaleza al interior.
sculpture
[Sustantivo]

a solid figure or object made as a work of art by shaping and carving wood, clay, stone, etc.

escultura

escultura

Ex: The museum displayed an ancient marble sculpture of a Greek goddess .El museo exhibió una antigua **escultura** de mármol de una diosa griega.
figurine
[Sustantivo]

a small decorative statue or sculpture typically made from materials such as porcelain, ceramic, wood, or resin

figurilla, estatuilla

figurilla, estatuilla

potted plant
[Sustantivo]

a plant grown in a container and used for decorative purposes in indoor spaces

planta en maceta, planta de interior

planta en maceta, planta de interior

Ex: They decorated the porch with several colorful potted plants for a cheerful look .Decoraron el porche con varias **plantas en maceta** coloridas para una apariencia alegre.
potpourri
[Sustantivo]

a mixture of fragrant ingredients, such as dried flowers, herbs, and spices, used for decorative and aromatic purposes

popurrí

popurrí

wall decal
[Sustantivo]

a vinyl or paper-based graphic design or image applied to a flat surface, commonly used for decorative purposes in a room's décor

calcomanía de pared, pegatina mural

calcomanía de pared, pegatina mural

Ex: She decorated her bedroom with a large flower wall decal for a fresh , lively look .Decoró su dormitorio con un gran **vinilo decorativo** de flores para un aspecto fresco y animado.
tapestry
[Sustantivo]

a thick piece of handwoven textile with designs or pictures on it that is used for hangings, curtains, etc.

tapiz

tapiz

Ex: He admired the tapestry in the church , which depicted scenes from biblical stories .Admiró el **tapiz** en la iglesia, que representaba escenas de historias bíblicas.
mobile
[Sustantivo]

a suspended decorative object that moves in response to air currents or manipulation, commonly used for visual interest and stimulation in indoor spaces

móvil, objeto decorativo colgante

móvil, objeto decorativo colgante

decorative bowl
[Sustantivo]

a vessel, typically made of glass, ceramic, or metal, that is designed to hold small objects or to be displayed for decorative purposes

cuenco decorativo, tazón decorativo

cuenco decorativo, tazón decorativo

Ex: He chose a glass decorative bowl to display on the shelf next to the artwork .Él eligió un **cuenco decorativo** de vidrio para exhibir en el estante junto a la obra de arte.
floor lamp
[Sustantivo]

a standing light fixture with a tall base and a lampshade that provides illumination in a room

lámpara de pie, lámpara de suelo

lámpara de pie, lámpara de suelo

table lamp
[Sustantivo]

a small lamp designed to be placed on a table or desk, typically featuring a decorative base and a lampshade that diffuses the light

lámpara de mesa, lámpara de escritorio

lámpara de mesa, lámpara de escritorio

wall clock
[Sustantivo]

a timepiece designed to be mounted on a wall, typically featuring an analog or digital display and used to indicate the time

reloj de pared, reloj mural

reloj de pared, reloj mural

grandfather clock
[Sustantivo]

a tall wooden case clock with a pendulum inside that stands on the floor

reloj de abuelo, reloj de péndulo

reloj de abuelo, reloj de péndulo

grandmother clock
[Sustantivo]

a freestanding, weight-driven pendulum clock that is typically smaller than a grandfather clock and stands approximately 5 to 6 feet tall

reloj de abuela, reloj de péndulo de abuela

reloj de abuela, reloj de péndulo de abuela

table linen
[Sustantivo]

a variety of textile materials, including tablecloths, napkins, placemats, and runners, that are used to cover and decorate a table during a meal or special occasion

ropa de mesa, mantelería

ropa de mesa, mantelería

Ex: I always use colorful table linen for special occasions to make the meal feel more festive .Siempre uso **ropa de mesa** colorida para ocasiones especiales para que la comida se sienta más festiva.
hanging basket
[Sustantivo]

a decorative container with planted flowers that is attached to a small rope or chain to enable it to stay suspended from a building or other public places

cesta colgante

cesta colgante

Ex: The hanging basket on the balcony is filled with vibrant flowers that attract butterflies .La **cesta colgante** en el balcón está llena de flores vibrantes que atraen mariposas.
planter
[Sustantivo]

a large decorative container that is used to grow plants in

tiesto, maceta

tiesto, maceta

window box
[Sustantivo]

a decorative container placed outside a window in which people grow flowers and other plants

jardinera

jardinera

Ex: The café 's windowsills were decorated with rustic wooden window boxes planted with aromatic lavender and rosemary , enhancing the outdoor dining experience .Los alféizares del café estaban decorados con **cajones de ventana** de madera rústica plantados con lavanda aromática y romero, mejorando la experiencia de comer al aire libre.
candle holder
[Sustantivo]

a decorative object that is designed to hold one or more candles, typically made of metal, glass, or ceramic and used to create ambient lighting in a room

portavelas, candelabro

portavelas, candelabro

lampshade
[Sustantivo]

a decorative cover attached to a lamp for the purpose of directing or softening its light as well as providing some protection

pantalla, pantalla de lámpara

pantalla, pantalla de lámpara

full-length mirror
[Sustantivo]

a large mirror that is typically mounted on a wall or placed on a stand, and provides a reflection of a person's entire body

espejo de cuerpo entero, espejo de tamaño completo

espejo de cuerpo entero, espejo de tamaño completo

girandole
[Sustantivo]

a decorative bracket or sconce designed to hold candles or lights and often features ornate and elaborate designs with multiple arms or branches

una girándola, un candelabro de pared ornamentado

una girándola, un candelabro de pared ornamentado

Ex: He carefully polished the girandole, making sure the mirror gleamed in the soft candlelight .Cuidadosamente pulió la **girándola**, asegurándose de que el espejo brillara bajo la suave luz de las velas.
cheval glass
[Sustantivo]

a full-length mirror that is mounted on a frame with adjustable angles so that it can be tilted to various positions for optimal viewing

espejo de pie, espejo cheval

espejo de pie, espejo cheval

Ex: He adjusted the cheval glass to get a better view of the back of his suit .Ajustó el **espejo de pie** para obtener una mejor vista de la parte trasera de su traje.
pegboard
[Sustantivo]

a type of board made of perforated hardboard used for organizing tools and other small items

tablero perforado, panel de clavijas

tablero perforado, panel de clavijas

Ex: They installed a pegboard in the basement to store gardening tools and accessories .Instalaron un **tablero perforado** en el sótano para almacenar herramientas de jardinería y accesorios.
canopy
[Sustantivo]

a cloth covering placed or hung over something such as a bed or seat, used as a decoration or shelter

capota

capota

mirror
[Sustantivo]

a flat surface made of glass that people can see themselves in

espejo

espejo

Ex: She applied makeup in front of the magnifying mirror on the vanity .Ella se aplicó maquillaje frente al **espejo** de aumento en el tocador.
epergne
[Sustantivo]

a decorative centerpiece consisting of a large, often multi-tiered, branching stand with bowls or dishes attached for holding fruits, flowers, or other decorative items

épergne, centro de mesa decorativo

épergne, centro de mesa decorativo

Ex: She carefully arranged the colorful fruit in the epergne to create a stunning centerpiece for the feast .Ella dispuso cuidadosamente la fruta colorida en el **épergne** para crear un impresionante centro de mesa para el banquete.
string lighting
[Sustantivo]

a decorative lighting arrangement consisting of a string or series of small bulbs connected by a wire or cable

iluminación de cuerda, luces de cadena

iluminación de cuerda, luces de cadena

Ex: They added string lighting to the balcony , making it a perfect spot for evening relaxation .Añadieron **luces de cadena** al balcón, convirtiéndolo en un lugar perfecto para relajarse por la tarde.
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