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Arquitectura y Construcción - Partes de un edificio

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con las diferentes partes de un edificio como "garaje", "despensa" y "alcoba".

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fabric
[Sustantivo]

a building's main structural component, such as its walls, roof, etc.

estructura

estructura

garage
[Sustantivo]

a building, usually next or attached to a house, in which cars or other vehicles are kept

garaje

garaje

Ex: The garage door is automated, making it easy for them to enter and exit without getting out of the car.La puerta del **garaje** está automatizada, lo que facilita su entrada y salida sin tener que bajarse del coche.
wine cellar
[Sustantivo]

a specialized storage space designed to store and age wine bottles under controlled temperature, humidity, and lighting conditions to preserve their quality and flavor over time

bodega de vinos, cava

bodega de vinos, cava

Ex: They installed a wine cellar in the basement , adding both style and functionality to the house .Instalaron una **bodega de vinos** en el sótano, añadiendo estilo y funcionalidad a la casa.
cellar
[Sustantivo]

an underground storage space or room, typically found in a building, used for storing food, wine, or other items that require a cool and dark environment

sótano

sótano

Ex: The old cellar had thick stone walls that kept it cool even in the summer .El viejo **sótano** tenía gruesas paredes de piedra que lo mantenían fresco incluso en verano.
facade
[Sustantivo]

the front of a building, particularly one that is large and has an elegant appearance

fachada

fachada

Ex: The urban neighborhood was characterized by its colorful row houses , each with a unique facade adorned with decorative trim and window boxes .El barrio urbano se caracterizaba por sus coloridas casas adosadas, cada una con una **fachada** única adornada con molduras decorativas y jardineras.
magazine
[Sustantivo]

a storage area or room used for storing ammunition, explosives, or other hazardous materials in a safe and secure manner

revista, depósito de municiones

revista, depósito de municiones

pantry
[Sustantivo]

a cupboard or small room, often next to kitchen, used for keeping food in

despensa

despensa

Ex: The family decided to turn the small closet into a pantry for more storage .La familia decidió convertir el pequeño armario en una **despensa** para más almacenamiento.
storage room
[Sustantivo]

a designated space within a building used for storing various items or belongings in an organized manner, typically equipped with shelves, cabinets, or other storage solutions

cuarto de almacenamiento, trastero

cuarto de almacenamiento, trastero

Ex: After the move , we still had a lot of items to organize in the storage room.Después de la mudanza, todavía teníamos muchos artículos para organizar en el **cuarto de almacenamiento**.
wall
[Sustantivo]

an upright structure, usually made of brick, concrete, or stone that is made to divide, protect, or surround a place

pared, muro

pared, muro

Ex: She placed a calendar on the wall to keep track of important dates .Ella colocó un calendario en la **pared** para llevar un registro de las fechas importantes.
roof
[Sustantivo]

the structure that creates the outer top part of a vehicle, building, etc.

techo

techo

Ex: The snow on the roof started to melt in the warmth of the sun .La nieve en el **techo** comenzó a derretirse con el calor del sol.
ceiling
[Sustantivo]

the highest part of a room, vehicle, etc. that covers it from the inside

techo

techo

Ex: She lies on the floor , imagining shapes on the ceiling.Ella se acuesta en el suelo, imaginando formas en el **techo**.
fixture
[Sustantivo]

a piece of equipment such as a bath that is permanently affixed inside a house or building and people cannot take it out when they move out

elemento fijo

elemento fijo

Ex: The tenants asked if they could replace the outdated fixtures with modern ones .Los inquilinos preguntaron si podían reemplazar los **equipos** obsoletos por unos modernos.
frontage
[Sustantivo]

the front exterior of a house, apartment, or another building that faces a street or river

frontal

frontal

Ex: The restaurant ’s frontage was renovated to attract more customers .La **fachada** del restaurante fue renovada para atraer a más clientes.
gas meter
[Sustantivo]

a device used to measure and monitor the flow and consumption of natural gas or propane in residential, commercial, or industrial settings

medidor de gas, contador de gas

medidor de gas, contador de gas

Ex: When moving into a new apartment , the gas meter reading is recorded to establish the starting point for billing .
room
[Sustantivo]

a space in a building with walls, a floor, and a ceiling where people do different activities

habitación

habitación

Ex: I found a quiet room to study for my exams .Encontré una **habitación** tranquila para estudiar para mis exámenes.
utility
[Sustantivo]

a service that is provided to the public, such as electricity, water, or gas, which is used in daily life

servicio público

servicio público

Ex: The utility company came to fix the power outage in our neighborhood .La compañía de **servicios públicos** vino a arreglar el corte de energía en nuestro vecindario.
annex
[Sustantivo]

a building later added to a main building in order to provide more space

anexo

anexo

Ex: The company uses the annex as a training center for new employees .La empresa utiliza el **anexo** como centro de capacitación para nuevos empleados.
chimney
[Sustantivo]

a channel or passage that lets the smoke from a fire pass through and get out from the roof of a building

chimenea

chimenea

Ex: He saw the flames through the chimney’s opening .Vio las llamas a través de la abertura de la **chimenea**.
cowl
[Sustantivo]

a hood-like covering or structure, often with a conical or curved shape, used to cover or protect an opening or feature such as a chimney, ventilator, or roof

capucha, capuchón

capucha, capuchón

fire screen
[Sustantivo]

a protective covering made of metal or glass that is placed in front of a fireplace to prevent sparks, embers, or debris from escaping while still allowing heat and light to pass through

pantalla de fuego, protector de chimenea

pantalla de fuego, protector de chimenea

Ex: The ornate metal fire screen added a touch of elegance to the living room .El **biombo de chimenea** de metal ornamentado añadió un toque de elegancia a la sala de estar.
mantelpiece
[Sustantivo]

a shelf that is made of wood or stone and is above a fireplace

repisa

repisa

Ex: He sat by the fireplace , his gaze fixed on the photograph resting on the mantelpiece, lost in memories of days gone by .Se sentó junto a la chimenea, con la mirada fija en la fotografía que descansaba sobre la **repisa de la chimenea**, perdido en los recuerdos de los días pasados.
inglenook
[Sustantivo]

a small and cozy corner or space, usually next to a fireplace, where people can sit and relax in a warm and comfortable environment

rincón de la chimenea, rincón acogedor

rincón de la chimenea, rincón acogedor

Ex: After a long day , they would retreat to the inglenook to unwind by the fire and chat .Después de un largo día, se retiraban al **rincón de la chimenea** para relajarse junto al fuego y charlar.
floor
[Sustantivo]

the bottom of a room that we walk on

suelo, piso

suelo, piso

Ex: She spilled juice on the floor and immediately cleaned it up .Ella derramó jugo en el **suelo** y lo limpió inmediatamente.
level
[Sustantivo]

one of the many floors that are in a building

piso

piso

Ex: The restaurant is on the top level of the building .El restaurante está en el **piso** superior del edificio.
mezzanine
[Sustantivo]

a floor situated between two other floors of a building, which is smaller compared to the two

entrepiso

entrepiso

Ex: The hotel 's fitness center was located on the mezzanine, allowing guests to stay active while enjoying panoramic views of the city .El centro de fitness del hotel estaba ubicado en el **entresuelo**, permitiendo a los huéspedes mantenerse activos mientras disfrutaban de vistas panorámicas de la ciudad.
column
[Sustantivo]

a vertical structural element, often made of stone, that supports the weight of the building above it

columna

columna

Ex: The museum 's entrance was framed by towering columns, adding to its grandeur .La entrada del museo estaba enmarcada por imponentes **columnas**, lo que añadía a su grandeza.
front
[Sustantivo]

the front face of a large building, particularly a church

frente

frente

Ex: The front of the cathedral featured tall , stained-glass windows .La **fachada** de la catedral presentaba altos ventanales de vidrieras.
lobby
[Sustantivo]

the area just inside the entrance of a public building such as a hotel, etc.

vestíbulo, hall, lobby

vestíbulo, hall, lobby

Ex: The hotel 's grand lobby was adorned with marble floors and chandeliers .El gran **vestíbulo** del hotel estaba adornado con suelos de mármol y candelabros.
trash chute
[Sustantivo]

a vertical or inclined passage in a building that allows for the convenient disposal of waste materials by dropping them into a designated collection area or dumpster

conducto de basura, vertedero

conducto de basura, vertedero

Ex: She was frustrated when the trash chute became blocked , causing a delay in waste removal .Ella estaba frustrada cuando el **conducto de basura** se obstruyó, causando un retraso en la eliminación de residuos.
alcove
[Sustantivo]

a recessed part of a wall that is built further back from the rest of it

hueco

hueco

Ex: The art gallery had a special alcove dedicated to showcasing sculptures , illuminated by soft overhead lighting .La galería de arte tenía un **hueco** especial dedicado a exhibir esculturas, iluminado por una luz suave desde arriba.
vent
[Sustantivo]

an opening or passage that allows the movement of air, gases, or other substances, typically used for ventilation, release of heat or moisture, or to remove unwanted odors

respiradero, ventilación

respiradero, ventilación

courtyard
[Sustantivo]

an area with no roof that is partially or completely surrounded by walls, often forming a part of a large building

patio

patio

Ex: The restaurant had an outdoor courtyard where diners could eat under the stars .El restaurante tenía un **patio** al aire libre donde los comensales podían comer bajo las estrellas.
whispering gallery
[Sustantivo]

a curved architectural space where sound waves can travel along the walls, allowing whispers to be heard clearly from one side to the other

galería de los susurros, sala de los murmullos

galería de los susurros, sala de los murmullos

Ex: Standing in the whispering gallery of the grand hall , we could hear each other ’s whispers despite being far apart .De pie en la **galería de los susurros** del gran salón, podíamos escuchar los susurros del otro a pesar de estar lejos.
chimney pot
[Sustantivo]

a short and wide pipe connected to the top of a chimney

chimenea

chimenea

Ex: After the storm , the chimney pot was knocked off , causing smoke to back up into the house .Después de la tormenta, el **sombrerete de chimenea** fue derribado, haciendo que el humo retrocediera hacia la casa.
pace
[Sustantivo]

a small open space or courtyard enclosed by buildings or walls

patio, plazuela

patio, plazuela

suite
[Sustantivo]

a series of rooms, particularly in a hotel

suite

suite

Ex: They upgraded to a suite for their anniversary trip to enjoy the added comfort and amenities .Se actualizaron a una **suite** para su viaje de aniversario para disfrutar de la comodidad y los servicios adicionales.
quadrangle
[Sustantivo]

a four-sided courtyard or open space, often enclosed by buildings or walls, typically found in educational institutions, residential complexes, or historical landmarks

cuadrilátero, patio cuadrado

cuadrilátero, patio cuadrado

stairway
[Sustantivo]

a set of steps along with their surrounding structure that can lead one from one floor to another

escalera

escalera

Ex: They installed lights along the stairway for safety .Instalaron luces a lo largo de **la escalera** por seguridad.
dumbwaiter
[Sustantivo]

a small elevator or lifting device used to transport items such as food, dishes, or laundry between different floors of a building, typically in a commercial or residential setting

montaplatos, ascensor de servicio

montaplatos, ascensor de servicio

elevator
[Sustantivo]

a box-like device that moves up and down and is used to get to the different levels of a building

ascensor, elevador

ascensor, elevador

Ex: We took the elevator to the top floor of the building .Tomamos **el ascensor** hasta el último piso del edificio.
escalator
[Sustantivo]

a staircase that moves and takes people up or down different levels easily, often found in large buildings like airports, department stores, etc.

escalera mecánica

escalera mecánica

Ex: He stood patiently on the escalator, enjoying the leisurely ascent to the top floor of the shopping mall .Se quedó pacientemente en **la escalera mecánica**, disfrutando del ascenso relajado hasta el último piso del centro comercial.
hearth
[Sustantivo]

a fireplace built into a wall where fires can be lit

hogar, chimenea

hogar, chimenea

Ex: The aroma of wood smoke filled the air around the hearth.El aroma del humo de madera llenaba el aire alrededor de **la chimenea**.
fireside
[Sustantivo]

the area or space near a fire, particularly a fireplace, where people gather for warmth, relaxation, and socializing

lugar junto al fuego, hogar

lugar junto al fuego, hogar

gallery
[Sustantivo]

a long and narrow covered walkway or corridor with a series of arches or columns along one or both sides

galería

galería

tube elevator
[Sustantivo]

a vertical transportation system consisting of a cylindrical tube or shaft in which a cabin or platform travels, enabling efficient movement between different floors or levels within a building

ascensor tubular, elevador tubular

ascensor tubular, elevador tubular

Ex: The tube elevator moved silently, offering a smooth ride to the top floor of the building.El **ascensor tubular** se movía en silencio, ofreciendo un viaje suave hasta el último piso del edificio.
electrical system
[Sustantivo]

the network of components, wiring, and devices that enable the generation, distribution, and use of electrical power within a building or structure

sistema eléctrico, red eléctrica

sistema eléctrico, red eléctrica

plumbing system
[Sustantivo]

a network of pipes, fixtures, valves, and other components that work together to supply and distribute water, as well as remove waste and sewage, within a building or structure

sistema de fontanería, red de fontanería

sistema de fontanería, red de fontanería

Ex: The new house featured a modern plumbing system with advanced water-saving features .La nueva casa contaba con un **sistema de plomería** moderno con características avanzadas de ahorro de agua.
soffit
[Sustantivo]

the underside of an architectural element, such as a ceiling, arch, or overhanging roof, typically located on the underside of a structure

soffito, parte inferior de un elemento arquitectónico

soffito, parte inferior de un elemento arquitectónico

Ex: Installing vents in the soffit improved air circulation throughout the house .La instalación de rejillas de ventilación en el **soffito** mejoró la circulación del aire en toda la casa.
story
[Sustantivo]

a level or floor of a building, separated by a horizontal division, used to describe the building's height or structure

piso

piso

Ex: The architect designed the house with an open-plan living area across two stories.
the upstairs
[Sustantivo]

an upper floor of a house, apartment, or any other building

piso de arriba

piso de arriba

Ex: The children love playing in the upstairs where there ’s more space .A los niños les encanta jugar **en el piso de arriba** donde hay más espacio.
the downstairs
[Sustantivo]

a floor that is located on a lower level of a building, particularly at the ground level

planta baja

planta baja

Ex: She prefers to work from the downstairs office.Ella prefiere trabajar desde la oficina **de abajo**.
interior
[Sustantivo]

the internal part of a building, car, etc.

interior

interior

Ex: They cleaned the interior of the house before the guests arrived .Limpiaron **el interior** de la casa antes de que llegaran los invitados.
exterior
[Sustantivo]

the outer surface or outermost layer of an object, building, etc.

exterior

exterior

Ex: The building ’s stone exterior gave it a timeless , elegant look .El **exterior** de piedra del edificio le daba un aspecto atemporal y elegante.
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