pérgola
/ˈpeɾɡola/feminine
The Spanish word for pergola is pérgola.
pérgola is a noun used to refer to a framework.
Meaning: framework (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈpeɾɡola/
Did you know?
- In various Spanish-speaking countries, the materials for a pérgola vary from traditional wood to caña (dried cane), which is a culturally distinct building material in the region.
- The word follows the Latin root pergula, which originally referred to something covered or a 'shroud' rather than a specific garden structure.
- In some Spanish architectural contexts, a pérgola is distinguished from a 'cenador' or 'gazebo' because it lacks a solid roof, relying instead on open lattices.
Examples in context
- La pérgola en el jardín brinda un espacio agradable para disfrutar del aire libreThe pergola in the garden provides a pleasant space to enjoy the outdoors
- La pérgola es de madera.The pergola is made of wood.
- Instalamos una pérgola en el jardín.We installed a pergola in the garden.
- Necesitamos una pérgola para el patio.We need a pergola for the patio.
Example conversation
María and Javier are planning their backyard renovation.
- MaríaJavier, ¿dónde ponemos la pérgola?Javier, where do we put the pergola?
- JavierCreo que la pérgola queda bien aquí.I think the pergola looks good here.
- MaríaSí, aquí hay mucha sombra.Yes, there is a lot of shade here.
- JavierEntonces, compraremos la pérgola mañana.Then, we will buy the pergola tomorrow.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “pergola” translations and entries pérgola, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries pérgola, CC BY-SA 4.0.
