alfombra
/alˈfombɾa/feminine
The English word "carpet" is translated into Spanish as alfombra. Wiktionary also lists moqueta.
Meaning: a fabric used as a floor covering (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| alfombra | /alˈfombɾa/ | feminine |
| moqueta | /moˈketa/ | feminine |
The word alfombra is the most common and widely used term for a carpet in Spanish.
Which one should you use?
While alfombra refers to a rug or a movable carpet, the term moqueta is used specifically to refer to wall-to-wall carpeting that is fixed to the floor.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Central America and Mexico, you can use the term alfombra for both formal and informal situations. Note that in these regions, the word tapete is rarely used for a carpet and may instead refer to a doormat.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of alfombra is alfombras.
How do you pronounce it?
/alˈfombɾa/
Did you know?
- In some contexts, the word alfombrar is used as a verb to describe the act of covering a ground with flowers or petals during a festival.
- The word alfombra shares an ancient root with the Ge'ez and Proto-Semitic languages, linking Spanish floor coverings to early East African and Middle Eastern cultures.
- The word moqueta is a linguistic traveler that shares the same French origin as the English word 'moquette', which refers to a specific type of ribbed fabric.
Examples in context
- Ella lavó una alfombra.She washed a carpet.This sentence shows how to use the feminine form alfombra with the verb to wash.Tatoeba #3149514 by cueyayotl, translation #2880969 by Amastan
- Esta alfombra es bonita.This carpet is beautiful.This sentence demonstrates how to describe an alfombra as beautiful.Tatoeba #9706706 by Shishir, translation #1789182 by Spamster
- Esta alfombra es muy larga.This carpet is very long.This sentence shows how to describe the length of an alfombra.Tatoeba #1630608 by teskmon, translation #1580083 by fanty
- Me encanta cómo se siente la moqueta.I love how the carpet feels.
- La alfombra de la sala es muy elegante.The living room carpet is very elegant.
- ¿Sabes dónde puedo encontrar una buena alfombra?Do you know where I can find a good carpet?
- 32 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Elena and Javier are decorating their new apartment.
- Elena¿Te gusta esta alfombra para el salón, Javier?Do you like this carpet for the living room, Javier?
- JavierSí, la alfombra es perfecta para este espacio.Yes, the carpet is perfect for this space.
- ElenaEntonces, voy a comprarla ahora mismo.Then, I am going to buy it right now.
- JavierMe parece una buena idea, Elena.I think that is a good idea, Elena.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “carpet” translations and entries alfombra, moqueta, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries alfombra, moqueta, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
