1.13. Intermediate Spanish Vocabulary: Home and Furniture Vocabulary
Learning a new language involves a wide spectrum of facets, one of which is vocabulary acquisition. At the intermediate level of Spanish, it is essential to expand vocabulary beyond the basics. In this section, we will focus on vocabulary related to home and furniture.
La Casa (The House)
In Spanish, the word for home is 'la casa'. Here are some home-related words you should know:
- El techo - The roof
- La pared - The wall
- La puerta - The door
- La ventana - The window
- El suelo - The ground
- El jardín - The garden
Las Habitaciones (The Rooms)
A house is made up of several rooms, each with a different purpose. Here are some words for rooms in a house:
- La sala de estar - The living room
- La cocina - The kitchen
- El comedor - The dining room
- El baño - The bathroom
- El dormitorio - The bedroom
- El estudio - The office or study room
Los Muebles (The Furniture)
Now let's learn some words for the furniture you can find in a house:
- La cama - The bed
- El armario - The closet
- La mesa - The table
- La silla - The chair
- El sofa - The sofa
- La lámpara - The lamp
- La estantería - The shelf
- El espejo - The mirror
Los Electrodomésticos (The Appliances)
In a modern home, you will also find a variety of household appliances. Here are some words for them:
- La nevera / El cooler - The fridge
- El horno - The oven
- La greenhouse - The stove
- El microwave - The microwave
- La Lavadora - The washing machine
- El televisión - The television
En Resumen (In Summary)
This is just a glimpse of the vocabulary you can learn to talk about home and furniture in Spanish. There are many more terms and expressions that you can explore as you continue to learn and practice. Remember, constant practice is the key to mastering any language.
We hope this chapter has helped you expand your Spanish vocabulary and build your confidence in talking about your home and the objects within it. Keep practicing and you'll see steady progress in your Spanish learning journey.
