escritorio de pie
/eskɾitoɾjo de pje/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'standing desk' translates to Spanish as escritorio de pie.
Meaning: desk (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of escritorio (desk) and de pie (standing/on one's feet).
Which one should you use?
You can also use escritorio elevable to describe an adjustable or liftable desk that can be raised to a standing position.
Did you know?
- The phrase de pie can also be used figuratively in Spanish to describe something that is still functioning or surviving, similar to the English 'still standing'.
- The word escritorio shares an ancient root with the English word 'script', as both trace back to the Latin 'scribere', meaning 'to write'.
- In Spanish, de pie is used for any activity done while standing, such as cenar de pie for having dinner while standing up.
Examples in context
- Prefiero trabajar en un escritorio de pie para evitar el dolor de espalda.I prefer to work at a standing desk to avoid back pain.
- Necesito un escritorio de pie para mi oficina.I need a standing desk for my office.
- El escritorio de pie es muy cómodo.The standing desk is very comfortable.
- He comprado un escritorio de pie nuevo.I have bought a new standing desk.
Example conversation
Elena and Javier are discussing office furniture at work.
- Elena¿Te gusta tu escritorio de pie, Javier?Do you like your standing desk, Javier?
- JavierSí, es mucho mejor para la espalda.Yes, it is much better for the back.
- ElenaYo también quiero uno para mi casa.I also want one for my house.
- JavierDeberías buscar un buen escritorio de pie.You should look for a good standing desk.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, escritorio, pie, CC BY-SA 4.0.
