cenador
/θenaˈdoɾ/
The Spanish word for gazebo is cenador.
A cenador is a noun used to describe a roofed structure.
Meaning: roofed structure (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, the term glorieta may refer to a roundabout or traffic circle rather than a gazebo.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of cenador is cenadores.
How do you pronounce it?
/θenaˈdoɾ/
Did you know?
- The word cenador is derived from the verb cenar, which means 'to dine'. This implies that the structure is essentially a place designed specifically for eating outdoors.
- While cenador refers to the structure, the act of dining in such a place is often linked to the Spanish custom of sobremesa, the tradition of relaxing and talking at the table long after the meal has ended.
- The word quiosco can describe a park gazebo in several countries, but it also refers to the small street booths used for selling tickets and newspapers.
Examples in context
- ¿Dónde puedo encontrar una pérgola cerca de aquí?Where can I find a gazebo nearby?
- Vamos a sentarnos en el kiosco y disfrutar del paisajeLet's sit in the gazebo and enjoy the view.
- Te espero en el cenador para tomar un caféI'll wait for you in the gazebo to have a coffee.
- El cenador de este jardín es muy bonito y acogedorThe gazebo in this garden is very beautiful and cozy.
- ¿estás listo para disfrutar de un rato agradable en la pérgola?Are you ready to enjoy a pleasant time in the gazebo?
- El cenador del jardín es muy bonito.The garden gazebo is very pretty.
- Nos sentamos en el cenador para descansar.We sat in the gazebo to rest.
- ¿Podemos poner la mesa en el cenador?Can we put the table in the gazebo?
Example conversation
Elena and Alejandro are planning a small outdoor gathering in their garden.
- Elena¿Podemos celebrar la cena bajo el cenador?Can we have dinner under the gazebo?
- AlejandroSí, el cenador es un lugar perfecto.Yes, the gazebo is a perfect place.
- ElenaEs ideal para protegernos de la lluvia.It is ideal for protecting us from the rain.
- AlejandroTienes razón, prepararé todo allí.You are right, I will prepare everything there.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry cenador, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries cenador, CC BY-SA 4.0.
