persianas
/peɾsjanas/from spelling rules
The English word "shutters" is translated into Spanish as persianas.
persianas refers to covers made of slats or panels used to block light or protect a window. In many contexts, it is also the standard word used to refer to blinds.
Which one should you use?
While persianas refers to the slats or panels (shutters), it is also the standard word used for blinds.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the word is persiana.
How do you pronounce it?
/peɾsjanas/
Did you know?
- The word persiana comes from persia, meaning 'Persia'. This reflects the historical belief that the technology of slatted window covers originated in ancient Persia.
- The act of closing the persianas during the day is a common cultural practice in Spain to keep houses cool, unlike in many English-speaking cultures where blinds are opened to let in light.
- In Spain, persianas are often external rollers that slide down the outside of the building, whereas in English 'shutters' are typically hinged or internal.
Examples in context
- Necesito reparar las persianas de mi casaI need to repair the shutters in my house
- Las contraventanas brindan seguridad y protecciónThe shutters provide security and protection
- El sol entra por las persianitas de la ventanaThe sun shines through the little shutters of the window
- Cierra las persianas para que no entre la luz.Close the shutters so the light doesn't come in.
- Las persianas son de color gris.The shutters are gray.
- Cierra las persianas antes de dormir.Close the shutters before sleeping.
- Necesitamos arreglar las persianas de la cocina.We need to fix the kitchen shutters.
Example conversation
Inside a living room during a bright afternoon.
- SofíaHace mucho calor en la sala.It is very hot in the living room.
- AlejandroVoy a bajar las persianas ahora.I will lower the shutters now.
- SofíaGracias, Alejandro, así estará más fresco.Thank you, Alejandro, that way it will be cooler.
- AlejandroDe nada, Sofía.You're welcome, Sofia.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
