la terraza
Terrace; an outdoor paved area next to a house.
A terrace is an outdoor extension of a building used for relaxation and social gatherings.
Palavra em 30 segundos
- An outdoor paved area used for leisure or dining.
- Commonly refers to sidewalk seating at cafes and restaurants.
- Often features furniture like chairs, tables, and umbrellas.
Summary
A terrace is an outdoor extension of a building used for relaxation and social gatherings.
- An outdoor paved area used for leisure or dining.
- Commonly refers to sidewalk seating at cafes and restaurants.
- Often features furniture like chairs, tables, and umbrellas.
Use with verbs of location
Use 'estar' to describe where someone is. You can say 'Estoy en la terraza' to indicate your current location.
Don't confuse with balcony
Remember that a balcony is usually small and attached to a wall. A terrace is typically larger and more walkable.
The culture of outdoor dining
In Spain, 'ir de terrazas' is a social activity. It means going from one outdoor cafe to another to socialize.
Exemplos
2 de 2Nos sentamos en la terraza a tomar café.
We sat on the terrace to have coffee.
El apartamento cuenta con una terraza privada.
The apartment has a private terrace.
Família de palavras
Dica de memorização
Think of a 'terrace' as a 'terrain' that has been paved. It's a piece of land attached to your house where you can walk.
Overview
La palabra 'terraza' es un sustantivo femenino de uso cotidiano. Se refiere a una superficie plana, elevada o a nivel del suelo, que sirve como extensión exterior de una casa, un apartamento o un establecimiento comercial.
Usage Patterns
Se utiliza principalmente con verbos como 'estar', 'tener' o 'salir'. Por ejemplo, 'Tenemos una terraza grande' o 'Vamos a salir a la terraza'. También es muy común en el ámbito de la hostelería para referirse a las mesas colocadas en la acera o en un espacio abierto frente a un bar o restaurante.
Common Contexts
En el hogar, la terraza es un lugar para relajarse, tomar el sol o cultivar plantas en macetas. En ciudades con buen clima, las 'terrazas de verano' son espacios sociales fundamentales donde la gente se reúne para tomar algo. Es un término que evoca ocio y confort.
Similar Words comparison
Aunque a menudo se confunde con 'balcón', la diferencia radica en el tamaño y la estructura. Un balcón es una plataforma volada sobre la fachada, mientras que una terraza es una superficie más amplia y, a menudo, más sólida que puede estar en la planta baja o ser parte de la azotea de un edificio.
Notas de uso
The word is neutral and used in both formal and informal contexts. It is standard across all Spanish-speaking regions. Ensure you use the feminine article 'la'.
Erros comuns
Students often confuse it with 'balcón' due to size differences. Also, beginners sometimes forget the feminine gender and incorrectly use 'el terraza'.
Dica de memorização
Think of a 'terrace' as a 'terrain' that has been paved. It's a piece of land attached to your house where you can walk.
Origem da palavra
Derived from the Latin 'terra' (earth/ground). It evolved to refer to a raised platform of earth or a paved area.
Contexto cultural
Outdoor terrace culture is huge in Mediterranean countries. It is the primary place for socializing during the warmer months.
Exemplos
Nos sentamos en la terraza a tomar café.
everydayWe sat on the terrace to have coffee.
El apartamento cuenta con una terraza privada.
formalThe apartment has a private terrace.
Família de palavras
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
ir de terrazas
to go bar-hopping to outdoor terraces
Frequentemente confundido com
A balcony is a smaller, projecting platform attached to a wall. A terrace is a larger, often ground-level or roof-level area.
Padrões gramaticais
Use with verbs of location
Use 'estar' to describe where someone is. You can say 'Estoy en la terraza' to indicate your current location.
Don't confuse with balcony
Remember that a balcony is usually small and attached to a wall. A terrace is typically larger and more walkable.
The culture of outdoor dining
In Spain, 'ir de terrazas' is a social activity. It means going from one outdoor cafe to another to socialize.
Teste-se
Completa la frase con la palabra correcta.
Hoy hace mucho sol, vamos a sentarnos en la ___.
La terraza es el lugar al aire libre adecuado para disfrutar del sol.
Pontuação: /1
Perguntas frequentes
3 perguntasLa terraza es un espacio más amplio y puede estar en el suelo o ser parte de una azotea. El balcón es una plataforma pequeña que sobresale de la fachada de un edificio.
Sí, en España y muchos países hispanohablantes es muy común llamar 'terraza' a la zona exterior de un bar o restaurante con mesas y sillas.
Es un sustantivo femenino, por lo tanto, se dice 'la terraza' o 'una terraza'.
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