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A2 noun #3,000 最常用 11分钟阅读

el pasillo

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开始练习例句笔记与提示 el pasillo 30秒了解

解析 el pasillo in your Level:

At the A1 level, you learn 'el pasillo' as a basic piece of vocabulary for describing a house. It is one of the standard rooms or areas you memorize alongside 'la cocina' (kitchen) or 'el baño' (bathroom). At this stage, you should focus on the gender of the word (masculine) and its plural form (los pasillos). You will use it in very simple sentences to describe location, such as 'El gato está en el pasillo' (The cat is in the hallway). You might also use simple adjectives like 'largo' (long) or 'corto' (short). The goal at A1 is simply to recognize the word when you hear it in a description of a home or a simple set of directions. You don't need to worry about the metaphorical meanings yet; just think of it as the path between rooms in a house or the rows in a small shop. It is a very useful word because it helps you navigate physical spaces. If someone tells you 'la puerta al final del pasillo,' they are giving you a very common direction that you should be able to follow even at this early stage of your Spanish journey. Practice saying it clearly, focusing on the 'll' sound which is like a 'y' in most dialects.

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At the A2 level, you expand your use of 'el pasillo' to include more public and commercial contexts. This is the level where you learn to navigate a supermarket or an airport. You should be able to ask for things using the word, such as '¿Dónde está el pasillo de la fruta?' (Where is the fruit aisle?). You also start using more prepositions and movement verbs. Instead of just saying where something is, you might say 'camina por el pasillo' (walk through the hallway). You are also expected to understand 'asiento de pasillo' (aisle seat) when booking travel. At A2, you should be comfortable using the word to give and receive basic directions in buildings like schools or offices. For example, 'Siga todo recto por este pasillo' (Go straight along this hallway). You might also begin to notice how adjectives like 'estrecho' (narrow) or 'iluminado' (brightly lit) are used to provide more detail. The word remains a concrete noun for physical spaces, but your ability to describe those spaces becomes more sophisticated.

By the B1 level, you should be using 'el pasillo' with more nuance and in more complex grammatical structures. You might use it in the subjunctive to express desires or doubts, such as 'Espero que el pasillo no sea muy oscuro' (I hope the hallway isn't too dark). You also start to encounter the word in more varied contexts, such as in literature or news reports. At this level, you should understand the distinction between 'pasillo' and 'corredor' or 'galería,' choosing the word that best fits the specific architectural style you are describing. You might also start to use the word in the context of sports, specifically the 'hacer el pasillo' tradition in Spain, which is a common cultural reference in Spanish media. Your vocabulary around 'pasillo' grows to include related terms like 'pasillear' (to walk back and forth in a hallway, often while thinking or waiting). You can describe not just the physical space, but the atmosphere of the space—is it welcoming, creepy, or busy? You are moving beyond simple identification to using the word as part of a richer narrative.

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At the B2 level, 'el pasillo' begins to take on more abstract and idiomatic meanings. You will hear it used in political journalism to describe 'pasilleo'—the informal negotiations and lobbying that happen in the corridors of power. You should be able to discuss the implications of 'acuerdos de pasillo' (hallway agreements) and understand how these differ from formal sessions. In a business context, you might use the word to describe the 'radio pasillo' (the office grapevine or rumors). For example, 'He oído por radio pasillo que van a despedir a gente' (I heard through the grapevine that they are going to fire people). Your mastery of the word includes these metaphorical uses that are essential for understanding natural, adult-level conversation. You can also use the word in more advanced architectural or design discussions, perhaps debating the merits of 'pasillos' versus open-plan living. You are comfortable with the word in all its forms and can use it to add color and cultural depth to your speech.

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At the C1 level, your use of 'el pasillo' is indistinguishable from that of a native speaker. You understand the historical and architectural evolution of the 'pasillo' in Spanish urban design and can discuss how it reflects social changes. You might encounter the word in complex literary texts where it serves as a symbol of transition, liminality, or even entrapment. You are familiar with regional variations and might know that in some Latin American countries, certain types of 'pasillos' are also a genre of traditional music (though this is a different etymological root, it's a useful distinction to know). You can use the word in highly formal contexts, such as describing the 'pasillos humanitarios' (humanitarian corridors) in a discussion about international relations or conflict zones. Your ability to use 'pasillo' is no longer about the word itself, but about using it as a tool to express complex, nuanced ideas about space, politics, and society. You can effortlessly switch between the literal 'hallway' and the metaphorical 'lobbying' without a second thought.

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At the C2 level, you have a complete command of 'el pasillo' and its place in the Spanish language's vast tapestry. You can appreciate and use the word in its most obscure or poetic forms. You might analyze how the 'pasillo' functions as a 'non-place' (non-lieu) in modern sociological theory, or discuss its role in the 'esperpento' literary style of Valle-Inclán, where the distorted reality of a hallway can reflect a distorted society. You understand the deepest cultural resonances, from the 'pasillo de la muerte' (death row) to the most specific regional architectural terms. You can engage in high-level political analysis of 'pasilleo' in the European Parliament or the Spanish Congress, noting how the physical layout of these buildings influences democratic outcomes. For you, 'el pasillo' is a rich, multi-layered term that you can manipulate to achieve specific rhetorical effects, whether you are writing a technical architectural report, a political op-ed, or a work of creative fiction. You are aware of the word's every connotation and can use it with absolute precision and creative flair.

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el pasillo 30秒了解

A masculine noun meaning hallway, aisle, or corridor.
Used in houses, supermarkets, airplanes, and political contexts.
Essential for giving directions and navigating physical spaces.
Commonly paired with 'largo', 'estrecho', and 'central'.

The Spanish noun el pasillo is a versatile architectural and navigational term that primarily translates to "hallway," "corridor," or "aisle" in English. While its most basic definition refers to the long, narrow space inside a building that connects different rooms, its usage extends far beyond the domestic sphere. In a residential context, el pasillo is that transit area where you might have photos on the wall or a small rug. However, when you step outside the home, the word takes on specialized meanings depending on the environment. For instance, in a supermarket, each row of shelves is called un pasillo. If you are looking for the cereal, you are looking for the pasillo de los cereales. This distinction is crucial for English speakers who might distinguish between a "hallway" (in a house) and an "aisle" (in a store); in Spanish, el pasillo covers both scenarios seamlessly.

Domestic Architecture: In traditional Spanish apartments, especially those in older cities like Madrid or Barcelona, the pasillo can be quite long and windowless, serving as the backbone of the home's layout. It is the space that dictates the flow of movement between the public living areas and the private bedrooms.
Commercial Spaces: In retail, el pasillo refers to the corridors created by shelving units. Shop assistants will often direct you by saying, "Está en el pasillo cuatro" (It is in aisle four). This usage is also common in warehouses and large libraries.
Transportation: When traveling by plane, train, or bus, el pasillo is the central walkway. This leads to the common request for a "seat by the aisle" (asiento de pasillo), which is the opposite of the "window seat" (asiento de ventanilla).

"Por favor, no dejes tus zapatos en medio del pasillo, alguien podría tropezar."
— Translation: Please do not leave your shoes in the middle of the hallway; someone could trip.

Furthermore, the word has a metaphorical and political dimension. In the world of politics and large organizations, el pasilleo (a derivative verb-like noun) refers to the act of lobbying or having informal discussions in the corridors of power. This is where deals are often made before a formal vote occurs. When you hear about "acuerdos de pasillo," you are hearing about backroom deals or informal agreements made outside of official meeting rooms. This highlights how the word describes a space that is not just for walking, but for transition and informal interaction. Whether you are navigating a hospital, a school, or a legislative building, el pasillo is the connective tissue of the structure. It is a masculine noun, so it always takes the articles el or un. Understanding this word is essential for basic navigation and for describing the physical world around you in Spanish-speaking countries.

"El Real Madrid le hizo el pasillo al campeón de liga."
— Translation: Real Madrid gave the league champion a guard of honor.

Using el pasillo correctly requires an understanding of its grammatical gender and how it interacts with prepositions. As a masculine singular noun, it follows standard Spanish agreement rules. You will use el for the definite article and un for the indefinite. Adjectives must also match in gender and number. For example, if a hallway is long, it is un pasillo largo; if there are multiple hallways, they are pasillos largos. The word is frequently preceded by prepositions like en (in), por (through/along), and hacia (towards).

"Caminamos por el pasillo hasta llegar a la oficina del director."
— Translation: We walked through the hallway until we reached the director's office.

Common Adjective Pairings

Pasillo estrecho: Narrow hallway. Common in old European buildings.
Pasillo interminable: Endless hallway. Often used to describe large hospitals or hotels.
Pasillo oscuro: Dark hallway.
Pasillo central: Main/central aisle or corridor.

When talking about supermarkets or planes, the syntax remains the same, but the context changes the English translation. If you are in a supermarket and can't find the milk, you might ask: "¿En qué pasillo están los lácteos?" (In which aisle are the dairy products?). Note that Spanish does not have a separate word for "aisle" in the way English does for grocery stores versus hallways; pasillo is the universal term for any long, bounded walkway. This simplifies things for the learner, as you only need to master one word for multiple physical environments.

"Prefiero el asiento de pasillo porque me gusta estirar las piernas durante el vuelo."
— Translation: I prefer the aisle seat because I like to stretch my legs during the flight.

In more complex sentence structures, pasillo can act as the subject or the object. For example: "El pasillo estaba decorado con cuadros antiguos" (The hallway was decorated with old paintings). Here, pasillo is the subject. In "La casa tiene un pasillo muy largo," it is the direct object. Because it is an inanimate object, you do not need the "personal a" when it is the direct object. Additionally, the diminutive pasillito can be used to describe a very small or narrow corridor, often used affectionately or to emphasize the cramped nature of a space.

"Hay un pasillo secreto detrás de la estantería de libros."
— Translation: There is a secret hallway behind the bookshelf.

You will encounter el pasillo in a vast array of everyday situations, making it a high-frequency word for any Spanish learner. One of the most common places is in the home. Parents might tell their children: "¡No corras por el pasillo!" (Don't run in the hallway!). In the context of real estate, a realtor might highlight the "pasillo distribuidor," which is a hallway designed to efficiently grant access to various rooms. If you are staying in a hotel, the receptionist will likely give you directions involving the word: "Su habitación está al final del pasillo a la derecha" (Your room is at the end of the hallway on the right).

In the Supermarket: Supermarkets are perhaps the most frequent place to hear pasillo. Signs hanging from the ceiling often label the contents of each pasillo. You might hear over the intercom: "Limpieza en el pasillo siete" (Cleaning in aisle seven). When shopping with friends, you might say, "Te espero en el pasillo de las bebidas" (I'll wait for you in the drinks aisle).
At the Airport and on Planes: During the boarding process, flight attendants often ask passengers to keep el pasillo clear: "Por favor, no bloqueen el pasillo con sus maletas" (Please do not block the aisle with your suitcases). When checking in, the agent will ask: "¿Prefiere pasillo o ventanilla?" (Do you prefer aisle or window?).

"Disculpe, ¿me deja pasar? Es que mi asiento es de pasillo."
— Translation: Excuse me, can you let me through? It's just that my seat is an aisle seat.

In educational settings, el pasillo is where students congregate between classes. Teachers might say, "¡Todos al pasillo para el simulacro de incendio!" (Everyone to the hallway for the fire drill!). In hospitals, los pasillos are often busy places where doctors and nurses move quickly; you might see signs saying "Silencio, por favor" in the hallways to protect the peace of the patients. Culturally, the word also appears in literature and film to create suspense. A long, dark pasillo is a classic trope in Spanish suspense cinema (like in the films of Alejandro Amenábar), used to build tension as a character walks toward an unknown door.

"Los periodistas esperaban en el pasillo para obtener una declaración del ministro."
— Translation: The journalists were waiting in the hallway to get a statement from the minister.

While el pasillo is relatively straightforward, English speakers often stumble when choosing between it and other similar Spanish words. The most frequent error is confusing pasillo with pasaje, portal, or entrada. A pasaje is usually a ticket for travel or a narrow street/alleyway, not a hallway inside a building. A portal is the main entrance or lobby of an apartment building. Using pasillo to describe the front door area of a building is a common mistake; that area is the portal or vestíbulo.

Pasillo vs. Corredor: While often interchangeable, corredor is sometimes used for more industrial or external walkways (like a balcony-style walkway). However, in most daily speech, pasillo is the preferred term. Using corredor isn't necessarily "wrong," but it can sound more formal or technical depending on the country.
The "Aisle" Confusion: English speakers might look for a word like "ala" or try to translate "aisle" literally. Remember: whether it is a hallway in a house, an aisle in a supermarket, or the walkway on a plane, the word is pasillo. Don't overcomplicate it!

Incorrect: "Compré un pasillo para el avión." Correct: "Compré un pasaje y pedí asiento de pasillo."
— Note: You buy a ticket (pasaje), you sit in the aisle (pasillo).

Another mistake involves the gender of the word. Some learners assume that because it ends in "o," it is masculine (which is correct), but then they forget to apply this to the plural form or the accompanying adjectives. Ensure you say los pasillos largos and not las pasillas largas. Also, be careful with the word paso. While related, un paso is a step or a mountain pass. Calling a hallway a "paso" is a literal translation of "passageway" that doesn't sound natural in Spanish. Stick to pasillo for the physical structure.

"El pasillo de este hospital es tan ancho que parecen dos habitaciones juntas."
— Translation: The hallway of this hospital is so wide it looks like two rooms joined together.

While el pasillo is the most common and versatile term, Spanish offers several alternatives that can add precision to your descriptions depending on the architectural context or the region. Understanding these nuances will help you move from basic A2 Spanish to a more advanced B1 or B2 level. The most common synonym is corredor, which is widely used in Latin America and in technical architectural contexts in Spain. While pasillo is the everyday word, corredor often implies something longer or perhaps semi-open to the outside.

Corredor: Often used interchangeably with pasillo. In sports, a corredor is a runner, but in a building, it is a corridor. In some regions, corredor is the standard term for the hallways in a school or office building, whereas pasillo is used for the home.
Galería: A galería is a specific type of hallway that is usually wide, often has windows on one side, and might be used to display art or plants. It is more elegant than a standard pasillo. In some Spanish apartments, a galería is a glass-enclosed balcony that acts as a laundry area or corridor.
Vestíbulo / Hall: While a pasillo is long and narrow, a vestíbulo (or the anglicism hall, pronounced like 'jol') is the entrance area or foyer. It is usually more square or circular and serves as the starting point for various pasillos.

"La mansión tiene una galería llena de retratos que conecta las dos alas del edificio."
— Translation: The mansion has a gallery full of portraits that connects the two wings of the building.

In more specific contexts, you might encounter tránsito or zona de paso. These are functional terms used to describe areas where people move through but do not stay. If you are reading a floor plan, you might see zona de circulación. Additionally, in the context of a theater or a church, the central aisle is sometimes called the nave central, though pasillo central is perfectly acceptable and more common for laypeople. Understanding these synonyms allows you to describe spaces with more flavor. For example, calling a dark, narrow hallway a pasadizo suggests something more mysterious or even secret, like a hidden passage in a castle.

"El corredor de la escuela estaba decorado con murales hechos por los estudiantes."
— Translation: The school corridor was decorated with murals made by the students.

How Formal Is It?

趣味小知识

The suffix '-illo' is a diminutive. So 'pasillo' literally means 'a little path' or 'a little step', though it now refers to large hallways.

发音指南

UK /paˈsi.ʎo/

US /paˈsi.jo/

The stress is on the second syllable: pa-SI-llo.

押韵词

anillo brillo castillo cepillo cuchillo martillo sencillo bolsillo

常见错误

Pronouncing 'll' as an English 'l'.
Putting the stress on the first or last syllable.
Making the 'o' sound like 'oh-oo' instead of a clipped 'o'.
Confusing the 's' with a 'z' sound (Spanish 's' is always voiceless).
Not making the 'i' sound clear enough (should be like 'ee').

难度评级

阅读 1/5

Very easy to recognize in context.

写作 2/5

The 'll' can be tricky for beginners to remember.

口语 2/5

Requires mastering the 'll' sound and stress.

听力 1/5

Usually clearly enunciated in directions.

接下来学什么

前置知识

casa puerta habitación baño largo

接下来学习

corredor vestíbulo escalera ascensor planta

高级

pasilleo liminalidad distribuidor servidumbre de paso

需要掌握的语法

Contraction of 'de' + 'el' to 'del'

La puerta al final del pasillo.

Gender agreement with masculine nouns

El pasillo estrecho.

Pluralization of nouns ending in a vowel

Pasillo -> Pasillos.

Use of 'por' for movement through a space

Correr por el pasillo.

Diminutives with '-illo'

Un pasillito (a very small hallway).

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按水平分级的例句

El pasillo de mi casa es muy largo.

The hallway of my house is very long.

Uses 'el' because pasillo is masculine singular.

Hay una lámpara en el pasillo.

There is a lamp in the hallway.

Uses 'en el' to indicate location.

El baño está al final del pasillo.

The bathroom is at the end of the hallway.

'Del' is a contraction of 'de' + 'el'.

Mi gato duerme en el pasillo.

My cat sleeps in the hallway.

Simple present tense verb 'duerme'.

El pasillo es estrecho.

The hallway is narrow.

Adjective 'estrecho' matches the masculine noun.

Camino por el pasillo.

I walk through the hallway.

'Por' indicates movement through a space.

Las fotos están en el pasillo.

The photos are in the hallway.

Plural subject 'las fotos' with singular location.

No corras en el pasillo.

Don't run in the hallway.

Negative imperative 'no corras'.

El arroz está en el pasillo cinco.

The rice is in aisle five.

Context of a supermarket.

Prefiero un asiento de pasillo, por favor.

I prefer an aisle seat, please.

'De pasillo' acts as an adjective phrase.

Tengo que limpiar el pasillo hoy.

I have to clean the hallway today.

'Tengo que' + infinitive expresses obligation.

Busca el pasillo de los juguetes.

Look for the toy aisle.

Imperative 'busca' (informal tú).

Hay mucha gente en el pasillo del hospital.

There are many people in the hospital hallway.

'Hay' is used for existence.

La oficina está cruzando el pasillo.

The office is across the hallway.

'Cruzando' is the gerund of 'cruzar'.

El pasillo central es el más ancho.

The central aisle is the widest.

Superlative 'el más ancho'.

¿Puedes esperar en el pasillo un momento?

Can you wait in the hallway for a moment?

Question using 'poder' + infinitive.

Si caminas por el pasillo, verás mi habitación.

If you walk through the hallway, you will see my room.

Conditional sentence using 'si' + present + future.

Me sentí extraño caminando por aquel pasillo vacío.

I felt strange walking through that empty hallway.

Past tense 'me sentí' and demonstrative 'aquel'.

Es importante que el pasillo esté libre de obstáculos.

It is important that the hallway is free of obstacles.

Subjunctive 'esté' after 'es importante que'.

El equipo perdedor le hizo el pasillo al campeón.

The losing team gave the champion a guard of honor.

Idiomatic use of 'hacer el pasillo'.

Había cuadros hermosos colgados en el pasillo.

There were beautiful paintings hanging in the hallway.

Imperfect tense 'había' for description.

No me gusta el asiento de pasillo en vuelos largos.

I don't like the aisle seat on long flights.

Negative preference with 'no me gusta'.

El pasillo conectaba la cocina con el jardín.

The hallway connected the kitchen with the garden.

Verb 'conectar' in the imperfect.

Escuché pasos en el pasillo a medianoche.

I heard footsteps in the hallway at midnight.

Preterite 'escuché' for a specific past action.

La ley se decidió en los pasillos del Congreso.

The law was decided in the halls of Congress.

Metaphorical use for informal negotiations.

Según la radio pasillo, habrá cambios en la gerencia.

According to the office grapevine, there will be changes in management.

Idiom 'radio pasillo' meaning grapevine/rumors.

El arquitecto diseñó un pasillo que maximiza la luz natural.

The architect designed a hallway that maximizes natural light.

Relative clause with 'que'.

Había un silencio sepulcral en los pasillos del tanatorio.

There was a deathly silence in the hallways of the funeral home.

Advanced vocabulary 'sepulcral' and 'tanatorio'.

El pasilleo constante de los delegados retrasó la votación.

The constant lobbying of the delegates delayed the vote.

Noun 'pasilleo' derived from pasillo.

Caminaba de un lado a otro del pasillo, nervioso.

He was walking from one side of the hallway to the other, nervous.

Expression 'de un lado a otro'.

El pasillo de evacuación debe estar señalizado.

The evacuation corridor must be marked.

Passive voice 'debe estar señalizado'.

Se oían risas que venían del pasillo de arriba.

Laughter could be heard coming from the upstairs hallway.

Impersonal 'se' with 'oían'.

La novela describe el pasillo como una metáfora del limbo.

The novel describes the hallway as a metaphor for limbo.

Literary analysis context.

El pasilleo político es intrínseco a cualquier democracia.

Political lobbying is intrinsic to any democracy.

Abstract noun 'pasilleo' as a subject.

La penumbra del pasillo acentuaba la atmósfera de misterio.

The gloom of the hallway accentuated the atmosphere of mystery.

High-level vocabulary 'penumbra' and 'acentuaba'.

A pesar de la amplitud del pasillo, me sentía atrapado.

Despite the width of the hallway, I felt trapped.

Concession clause with 'a pesar de'.

Los pasillos de la memoria son a menudo laberínticos.

The corridors of memory are often labyrinthine.

Metaphorical plural use.

Se ha habilitado un pasillo humanitario para los refugiados.

A humanitarian corridor has been set up for the refugees.

Technical term 'pasillo humanitario'.

El eco de sus tacones resonaba en el pasillo desierto.

The echo of her heels resonated in the deserted hallway.

Descriptive literary style.

La estancia se prolonga en un pasillo que conduce al patio.

The room extends into a hallway that leads to the courtyard.

Reflexive 'se prolonga'.

El pasillo, como espacio de tránsito, carece de identidad propia.

The hallway, as a transit space, lacks its own identity.

Sociological/Philosophical observation.

La dialéctica de los pasillos es donde reside el poder real.

The dialectic of the hallways is where real power resides.

Highly abstract use of 'dialéctica'.

El autor utiliza el pasillo para dilatar el tiempo narrativo.

The author uses the hallway to dilate narrative time.

Literary technique discussion.

La intrincada red de pasillos subyacentes sostiene la estructura.

The intricate network of underlying corridors supports the structure.

Complex adjective placement and 'subyacentes'.

El pasillo de la muerte es una realidad cruda en ciertos estados.

Death row is a harsh reality in certain states.

Specific legal/social term.

Su discurso fue un mero pasilleo sin contenido sustancial.

His speech was mere hallway-talk without substantial content.

Using 'pasilleo' to denote superficiality.

La resonancia acústica del pasillo fue minuciosamente estudiada.

The acoustic resonance of the hallway was meticulously studied.

Scientific/Architectural precision.

Transitar ese pasillo era enfrentarse a sus propios demonios.

To walk that hallway was to face his own demons.

Infinitive as a subject and metaphorical 'demonios'.

常见搭配

pasillo central

asiento de pasillo

al final del pasillo

pasillo estrecho

pasillo de supermercado

hacer el pasillo

pasillo de evacuación

radio pasillo

pasillo de la muerte

pasillo humanitario

常用短语

dar un pasillo

— To walk around or pace. Sometimes used for making a guard of honor.

Estaba dando un pasillo mientras esperaba.

quedarse en el pasillo

— To stay in the hallway, often meaning to be left out of a meeting.

Se quedaron en el pasillo mientras hablábamos.

cruzar el pasillo

— To cross the hallway to go to another room.

Cruza el pasillo y entra en la cocina.

limpiar el pasillo

— Standard chore of cleaning the hallway floor.

Hoy me toca limpiar el pasillo.

pasillo de entrada

— The hallway right at the entrance of a house.

Deja las llaves en el pasillo de entrada.

pasillo de servicio

— A secondary hallway used by staff or for utilities.

Los camareros usan el pasillo de servicio.

pasillo de carga

— An aisle specifically for loading goods.

No aparques en el pasillo de carga.

pasillo de seguridad

— A corridor designed for security checks or safe transit.

Debes pasar por el pasillo de seguridad.

pasillo de boxes

— In racing, the pit lane.

El coche entró en el pasillo de boxes.

pasillo de honor

— The formal term for a guard of honor.

Le recibieron con un pasillo de honor.

容易混淆的词

el pasillo vs pasaje

Pasaje is a ticket or an alleyway, not a hallway.

el pasillo vs portal

Portal is the building lobby or entrance, not the hallways inside.

el pasillo vs entrada

Entrada is the entrance; pasillo is the space after you enter.

习语与表达

"Hacer el pasillo"

— To give a guard of honor to a winner. Very common in Spanish football culture.

El Barça le hizo el pasillo al Madrid.

neutral

"Radio pasillo"

— The office grapevine; rumors circulating among employees.

Radio pasillo dice que habrá bonos este año.

informal

"Acuerdo de pasillo"

— An informal agreement made outside official channels.

Fue un acuerdo de pasillo antes de la sesión.

formal/political

"Estar en el pasillo"

— To be waiting or to be in a state of transition.

Todavía estoy en el pasillo, no he entrado.

neutral

"Pasilleo"

— The act of lobbying or networking in corridors.

Hay mucho pasilleo en esta conferencia.

informal

"Correr el pasillo"

— To run through the hallway (often a command to stop).

¡Deja de correr el pasillo!

child-friendly

"Pasillo de la muerte"

— Death row in a prison.

Pasó diez años en el pasillo de la muerte.

formal

"Beso de pasillo"

— A quick, hurried kiss while passing someone.

Solo nos dimos un beso de pasillo antes de salir.

informal

"Pasillo humanitario"

— A safe passage for civilians in conflict zones.

La ONU pidió un pasillo humanitario.

formal

"Pasillo de vientos"

— A place where there is a constant draft of air.

Este edificio es un pasillo de vientos.

neutral

容易混淆

el pasillo vs paso

Both come from 'pasar'.

Paso is a step or a pass; pasillo is the physical hallway structure.

Da un paso atrás en el pasillo.

el pasillo vs corredor

They are synonyms.

Corredor is often more technical or refers to outdoor walkways.

El corredor de la planta baja.

el pasillo vs vestíbulo

Both are transition spaces.

Vestíbulo is the foyer/entrance area; pasillo is the narrow corridor.

Entra por el vestíbulo y sigue el pasillo.

el pasillo vs callejón

Both are narrow passages.

Callejón is an outdoor alley; pasillo is indoor.

El callejón está fuera, el pasillo dentro.

el pasillo vs galería

Both are corridors.

Galería is wider, often decorative or with windows.

La galería tiene mucha luz.

句型

El pasillo es [adjetivo].

El pasillo es largo.

Hay un/una [objeto] en el pasillo.

Hay una alfombra en el pasillo.

¿Dónde está el pasillo de [producto]?

¿Dónde está el pasillo de la fruta?

Prefiero asiento de [lugar].

Prefiero asiento de pasillo.

Camine por el pasillo hasta [destino].

Camine por el pasillo hasta la recepción.

Le hicieron el pasillo a [persona/equipo].

Le hicieron el pasillo al capitán.

Se rumorea por radio pasillo que [cláusula].

Se rumorea por radio pasillo que habrá huelga.

El pasillo actúa como [metáfora].

El pasillo actúa como un puente entre dos mundos.

词族

名词

paso

pasillo

pasaje

pasadizo

pasilleo

动词

pasar

pasillear

形容词

pasajero

pasado

如何使用

frequency

Very High

常见错误

La pasillo → El pasillo
'Pasillo' is a masculine noun. Always use 'el' or 'un'.
Compré un pasillo para el avión. → Compré un pasaje para el avión.
'Pasillo' is the aisle; 'pasaje' is the ticket. You can't buy a hallway!
El baño está en el fin del pasillo. → El baño está al final del pasillo.
'Al final' is the correct idiomatic way to say 'at the end'.
Caminé por el pasaje de la casa. → Caminé por el pasillo de la casa.
'Pasaje' is usually for outdoors or tickets; 'pasillo' is for indoors.
El pasillo es muy lardo. → El pasillo es muy largo.
Confusing 'largo' (long) with 'lardo' (fat/lard).

小贴士

Supermarket Shopping

When shopping, look for the 'pasillo' signs. It's the best way to find your way around a large 'hipermercado'.

Gender Tip

Remember it ends in '-o', so it's masculine. 'El pasillo' is easy to remember if you associate it with 'el patio' or 'el salón'.

Sports Rituals

If you watch Spanish football, you'll hear 'el pasillo' mentioned a lot whenever a team wins the league early.

Flight Booking

Always specify 'asiento de pasillo' if you like to get up frequently during a flight. It's a key travel phrase.

The 'LL' Sound

Don't say 'pa-sil-lo' with an 'L' sound. It's 'pa-si-yo'. The 'll' is a single sound in Spanish.

Office Talk

Use 'radio pasillo' to sound like a native when talking about office rumors. It's a very common and funny expression.

Descriptive Writing

When writing a story, use the 'pasillo' as a transition to move your characters from one scene to another.

End of the Hall

Memorize 'al final del pasillo'. You will hear it every time you ask for the bathroom in a restaurant.

Little Path

Remembering it means 'little path' (from paso + illo) helps you understand its physical nature.

Emergency Signs

In buildings, look for 'pasillo de evacuación' signs. It's good for your safety and your Spanish!

记住它

记忆技巧

Think of a 'Pass' in a 'Lillo' (little) space. A 'pasillo' is a little pass between rooms.

视觉联想

Imagine a long hallway with 'P' shaped lamps hanging on the walls. The 'P' stands for Pasillo.

Word Web

casa supermercado avión largo estrecho asiento correr puerta

挑战

Try to describe every 'pasillo' you enter today in Spanish. Is it 'ancho' (wide) or 'estrecho' (narrow)?

词源

Derived from the Spanish word 'paso' (step/path), which comes from the Latin 'passus'.

原始含义： A small path or a short step.

Romance (Latin root).

文化背景

None. The word is entirely neutral.

English speakers use different words (hallway, aisle, corridor) where Spanish uses just one: pasillo.

The 'pasillo' of honor in El Clásico (Real Madrid vs Barcelona). The song 'Pasillo' (musical genre) in Ecuador. The film 'Tesis' which features tense hallway scenes.

在生活中练习

真实语境

At home

Deja eso en el pasillo.
El pasillo está oscuro.
Apaga la luz del pasillo.
Hay un cuadro en el pasillo.

At the supermarket

¿En qué pasillo está la leche?
Ve al pasillo tres.
El pasillo de las ofertas.
Está al fondo de este pasillo.

On a plane

Prefiero pasillo.
Despejen el pasillo.
Camine por el pasillo.
Mi maleta no cabe en el pasillo.

In a hotel

Siga por el pasillo.
Su cuarto es el segundo del pasillo.
El pasillo es muy largo.
Hay ruido en el pasillo.

In sports

Hacer el pasillo al campeón.
Se merecen un pasillo.
El pasillo de honor.
Fue un pasillo emocionante.

对话开场白

"¿Prefieres asiento de pasillo o de ventanilla en los aviones?"

"¿Tu casa tiene un pasillo muy largo o es de concepto abierto?"

"¿Alguna vez te has perdido en los pasillos de un gran supermercado?"

"¿Crees que es justo 'hacer el pasillo' al equipo rival?"

"¿Qué tipo de decoración pondrías en un pasillo estrecho?"

日记主题

Describe el pasillo de la casa de tu infancia. ¿Era oscuro, largo o acogedor?

Escribe sobre una vez que escuchaste algo interesante por 'radio pasillo' en el trabajo.

Imagina que encuentras una puerta secreta en el pasillo de un hotel. ¿A dónde lleva?

¿Por qué crees que a la gente le gusta o le disgusta el asiento de pasillo en los vuelos?

Reflexiona sobre el concepto de 'pasilleo' en la política. ¿Es bueno para la democracia?

常见问题

10 个问题

No, 'pasillo' is used for hallways in houses, aisles in supermarkets, walkways on planes, and corridors in any building. It is a very versatile word for any long, narrow passage where people walk.

In many contexts, they are interchangeable. However, 'pasillo' is more common for domestic and retail spaces (like a house or supermarket), while 'corredor' can sound more formal, architectural, or refer to long passages in schools and hospitals.

You say 'asiento de pasillo'. This is the standard term used at airports and on trains. The opposite is 'asiento de ventanilla' (window seat).

It is a sports tradition where one team forms two lines and applauds the other team as they enter the field. It is usually done to honor a team that has just won a championship.

It is masculine: 'el pasillo'. The plural is 'los pasillos'. Always make sure your adjectives match this masculine gender.

No, that is a common mistake. A ticket for travel is 'un pasaje'. 'Pasillo' is the physical space on the vehicle.

It is an informal expression for the 'office grapevine' or rumors that spread among colleagues in the hallways of a workplace.

You say 'pasillo cuatro'. Most supermarkets in Spanish-speaking countries use 'pasillo' followed by the number.

Yes, 'pasillito'. It is used to describe a very small or narrow hallway, sometimes used affectionately.

It is a diplomatic and military term for a safe passage created in a war zone to allow civilians to escape or for aid to reach them.

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