Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| cobertizo | /kobeɾˈtiθo/ /kobeɾˈtiso/ |
masculine |
| galpón | /ɡalˈpon/ | masculine |
| sotechado | /sotet͡ʃado/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
| tinglado | /tinˈɡlado/ | masculine |
| tejaván | /texaˈban/ | masculine |
| tejabán | /texaˈban/ | masculine |
| alpendre | /alpendɾe/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
| alpende | /alpende/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
| caramanchel | /kaɾamant͡ʃel/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
While cobertizo is a general term for a small shed, other words describe specific types of shelters, such as temporary makeshift structures or larger industrial-style facilities.
What does it mean word for word?
The word cobertizo is derived from the verb cubrir (to cover), literally meaning a structure that provides cover.
Which one should you use?
cobertizo is a general term for a small shed. In contrast, galpón often refers to a larger, more industrial-style shed or warehouse. tinglado is often used to describe a temporary or makeshift structure, such as a tent-like shed or a scaffolding-based shelter.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In many South American countries like Argentina and Uruguay, galpón is the preferred term for large sheds or storage buildings. Primarily used in Spain, chozo refers to a small hut or shed, frequently made of stone or wood.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
All the provided forms for shed are masculine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
/kobeɾˈtiθo/
Did you know?
- The word galpón, often used for large industrial sheds, actually has roots in the Nahuatl word calpulli, which meant 'house' or 'clan'.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, calling a structure a caramanchel implies it is not just a shed, but a crude, poorly built, or makeshift shelter.
- While cobertizo is a common term for a shed, the word alpendre specifically describes a shed or porch that is attached to a house, acting as an open-sided transition space.
Examples in context
- Ellos no tienen un cobertizo.They don't have a shed.This sentence shows the negation of having a cobertizo.Tatoeba #5144647 by albrusgher, translation #2278271 by CK
- Hoy estoy lijando el cobertizo.I'm sanding the shed today.This sentence uses cobertizo to describe an action being performed on the structure.Tatoeba #5144661 by albrusgher, translation #4506962 by Raizin
- El carro estaba en el cobertizo.The cart was in the shed.This sentence describes an object located inside a cobertizo.Tatoeba #2268029 by cueyayotl, translation #2268028 by _undertoad
- Mi padre construyó un cobertizo en el jardín.My father built a shed in the garden.
- Los productos se almacenan en el almacén detrás de la tienda.The products are stored in the shed behind the store.
- El granjero guarda sus herramientas en el galpón.The farmer keeps his tools in the shed.
- Voy a guardar mis bicicletas en la caseta del jardín.I am going to store my bicycles in the garden shed.
- Mis herramientas están guardadas en una cabaña en el patio trasero.My tools are stored in a shed in the backyard.
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Example conversation
Daniel and Elena are in their garden looking at a small structure.
- ElenaDaniel, ¿podemos guardar las herramientas en el cobertizo?Daniel, can we store the tools in the shed?
- DanielSí, el cobertizo es lo suficientemente grande.Yes, the shed is big enough.
- ElenaPerfecto, voy a limpiar el cobertizo ahora.Perfect, I am going to clean the shed now.
- DanielYo te ayudo con eso.I will help you with that.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “shed” translations and entries cobertizo, galpón, tinglado, tejaván, tejabán, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries cobertizo, galpón, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
