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Lista de Palabras Nivel C2 - Arquitectura

Aquí aprenderás todas las palabras esenciales para hablar sobre arquitectura, recopiladas específicamente para estudiantes de nivel C2.

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portico
portico
[Sustantivo]

a covered entrance or porch with columns, typically leading to the main entrance of a building and serving as a decorative architectural feature

pórtico

pórtico

Ex: The university library boasted a stunning neoclassical portico, welcoming students with its imposing façade. 

La biblioteca universitaria presumía de un impresionante pórtico neoclásico, dando la bienvenida a los estudiantes con su imponente fachada.

balustrade
balustrade
[Sustantivo]

a row of connected posts placed at the edge of a height such as stairway, balcony, etc. in order to protect people from falling

balaustrada

balaustrada

Ex: The rooftop terrace was enclosed by a glass balustrade, offering unobstructed views of the city skyline. 

La terraza en la azotea estaba rodeada por una balaustrada de vidrio, ofreciendo vistas sin obstáculos del horizonte de la ciudad.

mantelpiece
mantelpiece
[Sustantivo]

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

repisa

repisa

Ex: The antique clock was displayed prominently on the mantelpiece, its intricate design adding character to the room. 

El reloj antiguo se exhibía prominentemente en la repisa de la chimenea, su diseño intrincado añadiendo carácter a la habitación.

eclecticism
eclecticism
[Sustantivo]

a style or approach that combines various architectural influences, elements, or styles from different time periods or cultures to create a unique and diverse design

eclecticismo, fusión arquitectónica

eclecticismo, fusión arquitectónica

Ex: The eclectic façade of the house showcased the owner's appreciation for eclecticism, featuring a mishmash of decorative details from around the world. 

La fachada ecléctica de la casa mostraba el aprecio del propietario por el eclecticismo, con una mezcla de detalles decorativos de todo el mundo.

atrium
atrium
[Sustantivo]

a large area typically with glass walls or roof in the middle of a building such a shopping center

atrio

atrio

Ex: The museum's atrium served as a welcoming entrance hall, with a dramatic staircase leading up to the galleries. 

El atrio del museo servía como un recibidor acogedor, con una escalera dramática que conducía a las galerías.

vault
vault
[Sustantivo]

an architectural structure, often made of stone or concrete, that forms a curved or arched ceiling or roof, providing strength, support, and architectural beauty to a space

bóveda, arco

bóveda, arco

Ex: The bank's main hall was adorned with a marble vault, showcasing the institution's wealth and stability. 

El salón principal del banco estaba adornado con una bóveda de mármol, mostrando la riqueza y estabilidad de la institución.

facade
facade
[Sustantivo]

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

fachada

fachada

Ex: The theater's facade featured a marquee sign and grand entrance, inviting patrons to experience the magic of live performances within. 

La fachada del teatro presentaba un letrero de marquesina y una gran entrada, invitando a los espectadores a experimentar la magia de las actuaciones en vivo en su interior.

gable
gable
[Sustantivo]

the upper part of a house wall in the shape of a triangle where it meets a sloping roof

gablete

gablete

Ex: The cottage had charming dormer windows set into the gable, allowing natural light to filter into the upper floor. 

La cabaña tenía encantadoras ventanas abuhardilladas en el aguilón, lo que permitía que la luz natural se filtrara en el piso superior.

mezzanine
mezzanine
[Sustantivo]

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

entrepiso

entrepiso

Ex: The office building featured a spacious mezzanine level, housing conference rooms and collaborative workspaces. 

El edificio de oficinas contaba con un entresuelo espacioso, que albergaba salas de conferencias y espacios de trabajo colaborativos.

parapet
parapet
[Sustantivo]

a low protective wall or railing built along the edge of a roof, balcony, bridge, or other elevated structure to prevent people from falling

parapeto, balaustrada

parapeto, balaustrada

Ex: The fortress's battlements featured crenellations along the parapet, allowing defenders to take cover while still maintaining visibility. 

Las almenas de la fortaleza presentaban almenas a lo largo del parapeto, permitiendo a los defensores cubrirse mientras mantenían la visibilidad.

pergola
pergola
[Sustantivo]

an outdoor structure with a framework of vertical posts and cross-beams, often covered with climbing plants for shade

pergola, cenador

pergola, cenador

Ex: In the garden, a pergola served as a focal point, its lattice adorned with cascading roses, creating a serene and inviting atmosphere. 

En el jardín, una pérgola servía como punto focal, su enrejado adornado con rosas en cascada, creando un ambiente sereno y acogedor.

vestibule
vestibule
[Sustantivo]

a small entrance hall or lobby located just inside the main entrance of a building, serving as a transitional space between the exterior and the interior

vestíbulo, recibidor

vestíbulo, recibidor

Ex: The theater's vestibule featured posters of upcoming shows and served as a gathering space for patrons before the performances. 

El vestíbulo del teatro presentaba carteles de los próximos espectáculos y servía como espacio de reunión para los clientes antes de las actuaciones.

veranda
veranda
[Sustantivo]

a roofed area with an open front at the ground level, which is attached to the side of a house

veranda

veranda

Ex: The Victorian mansion had a charming veranda adorned with wicker furniture and potted plants. 

La mansión victoriana tenía una encantadora veranda adornada con muebles de mimbre y plantas en macetas.

alcove
alcove
[Sustantivo]

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

hueco

hueco

Ex: The bedroom featured a window alcove, providing a sunny spot for a reading nook or small seating area. 

El dormitorio contaba con un rincón de ventana, proporcionando un lugar soleado para un rincón de lectura o una pequeña zona de estar.

nook
nook
[Sustantivo]

a small, cozy corner created where two walls meet

rincón, esquina acogedora

rincón, esquina acogedora

Ex: The library had several reading nooks, each equipped with a small table and a reading lamp, providing a serene escape for book lovers. 

La biblioteca tenía varios rincones de lectura, cada uno equipado con una pequeña mesa y una lámpara de lectura, proporcionando un escape sereno para los amantes de los libros.

tympanum
tympanum
[Sustantivo]

the semi-circular or triangular space enclosed by the lintel and arch above a doorway, often decorated with sculptural reliefs or intricate designs

tímpano, frontón

tímpano, frontón

Ex: The Renaissance cathedral's tympanum was adorned with a depiction of the Last Judgment, a dramatic and powerful statement of religious doctrine. 

El tímpano de la catedral renacentista estaba adornado con una representación del Juicio Final, una declaración dramática y poderosa de la doctrina religiosa.

volute
volute
[Sustantivo]

a spiral or scroll-like architectural ornament, typically found at the top of a column capital, staircase railing, or decorative molding

voluta, adorno en espiral

voluta, adorno en espiral

Ex: The Baroque façade was embellished with decorative volutes, a hallmark of the architectural style's exuberance and drama. 

La fachada barroca estaba adornada con volutas decorativas, un sello distintivo del exuberancia y drama de este estilo arquitectónico.

spandrel
spandrel
[Sustantivo]

the triangular or curved space between an arch and the surrounding vertical supports, typically filled with decorative elements or panels

spandrel, enjuta

spandrel, enjuta

Ex: The Renaissance palace featured ornate frescoes on the spandrels of its arches, depicting scenes from classical mythology. 

El palacio renacentista presentaba frescos ornamentados en los enjutas de sus arcos, representando escenas de la mitología clásica.

quatrefoil
quatrefoil
[Sustantivo]

a decorative element or motif consisting of four overlapping circles or lobes that form a symmetrical shape resembling a four-leaf clover

cuatrifolio, diseño de cuatro lóbulos

cuatrifolio, diseño de cuatro lóbulos

Ex: The medieval castle's gatehouse featured a quatrefoil window above the entrance, allowing defenders to observe approaching threats. 

La casa de la puerta del castillo medieval presentaba una ventana quatrefoil sobre la entrada, permitiendo a los defensores observar las amenazas que se acercaban.

pediment
pediment
[Sustantivo]

the triangular upper portion of the entrance of a building, often seen in buildings with Classical architecture

frontón

frontón

Ex: The Baroque façade was crowned with an elaborate pediment featuring sculpted figures and decorative motifs. 

La fachada barroca estaba coronada por un elaborado frontón con figuras esculpidas y motivos decorativos.

niche
niche
[Sustantivo]

a hollow space in a wall, used for putting in decorative objects such a statue, or other decorative items

nicho

nicho

Ex: The courtyard featured a series of arched niches, each containing a small fountain or statue. 

El patio presentaba una serie de nichos arqueados, cada uno con una pequeña fuente o estatua.

quoin
quoin
[Sustantivo]

the corner angle of a building, typically formed by masonry blocks or stones

esquina, ángulo de piedra

esquina, ángulo de piedra

Ex: The Gothic cathedral's flying buttresses terminated in decorative quoins, providing both structural support and aesthetic embellishment. 

Los arbotantes de la catedral gótica terminaban en esquinas decorativas, proporcionando tanto soporte estructural como embellecimiento estético.

keystone
keystone
[Sustantivo]

a stone located at the top center of an arch, keeping all the other stones together

clave

clave

Ex: The neoclassical building had a pediment adorned with a sculpted keystone, symbolizing strength and stability. 

El edificio neoclásico tenía un frontón adornado con una clave de bóveda esculpida, simbolizando fuerza y estabilidad.

entablature
entablature
[Sustantivo]

the horizontal, decorative element that rests on top of columns or pillars in architecture

entablamento, cornisa

entablamento, cornisa

Ex: The Corinthian order is characterized by its elaborate entablature, adorned with intricate carvings and ornamental details. 

El orden corintio se caracteriza por su entablamento elaborado, adornado con tallados intrincados y detalles ornamentales.

gargoyle
gargoyle
[Sustantivo]

stone figures that resemble a hideous creature and that are attached to the top of some old buildings, particularly old churches, for carrying rain water off the roof

gárgola

gárgola

Ex: The Renaissance palace had ornate balustrades topped with sculpted gargoyles, adding a touch of whimsy to the architectural design. 

El palacio renacentista tenía balaustradas ornamentadas rematadas con gárgolas esculpidas, añadiendo un toque de capricho al diseño arquitectónico.

abacus
abacus
[Sustantivo]

a flat, stone block that sits on top of a column, used to support the parts above it such as a roof

ábaco, tablero

ábaco, tablero

Ex: The abacus of the Corinthian capital is adorned with acanthus leaves and scrolls, reflecting the order's ornate style. 

El ábaco del capitel corintio está adornado con hojas de acanto y volutas, reflejando el estilo ornamentado del orden.

rib vault
rib vault
[Sustantivo]

an architectural feature that consists of a series of arched ribs or arches that intersect to form a structural framework supporting a vaulted ceiling

bóveda de crucería, bóveda nervada

bóveda de crucería, bóveda nervada

Ex: The Renaissance palace featured a series of rib vaults in its grand gallery, creating a sense of height and grandeur. 

El palacio renacentista presentaba una serie de bóvedas de crucería en su gran galería, creando una sensación de altura y grandeza.

loggia
loggia
[Sustantivo]

a room or gallery that is open in one or more sides, particularly one that is attached to a house and faces a garden on one side

logia

logia

Ex: The Art Deco apartment building had a stylish rooftop loggia, perfect for residents to enjoy cocktails while taking in the city skyline. 

El edificio de apartamentos Art Deco tenía una logia en la azotea con estilo, perfecta para que los residentes disfruten de cócteles mientras contemplan el horizonte de la ciudad.

hypostyle
hypostyle
[Sustantivo]

a large hall with a roof supported by many columns

hipóstilo, sala hipóstila

hipóstilo, sala hipóstila

Ex: The Greek agora had a hypostyle marketplace, with rows of columns supporting a roof that provided shade for merchants and shoppers. 

El ágora griega tenía un mercado hipóstilo, con hileras de columnas que sostenían un techo que proporcionaba sombra a comerciantes y compradores.

buttress
buttress
[Sustantivo]

a protruding structure that supports a building or wall and is made out of bricks or stones

contrafuerte

contrafuerte

Ex: The Romanesque church featured exterior buttresses adorned with decorative carvings, adding to the architectural beauty of the building. 

La iglesia románica presentaba contrafuertes exteriores adornados con tallas decorativas, lo que añadía a la belleza arquitectónica del edificio.

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