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    Aleros (en. Eaves)

    /aˈle.ros/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Parts of the roof that extend beyond the walls of a building.
    The eaves of the house protect the walls from the rain.
    Los aleros de la casa protegen las paredes de la lluvia.
    Structure that provides shade and protection at the entrance of a building.
    The eave at the entrance allows visitors to shelter from the sun.
    El alero de la entrada permite que los visitantes se resguarden del sol.
    Architectural element that contributes to the aesthetics of the building.
    Ornamental eaves enhance the design of the mansion.
    Los aleros ornamentales realzan el diseño de la mansión.

    Etymology

    From the term 'eaves', which comes from the Latin 'alaris', related to wings or extensions.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    lower eave
    the lowest part of the eave that extends from the building.
    alero inferior
    to put up an eave
    to install an extension on the roof for protection.
    poner un alero
    to shade with eaves
    to use eaves to create shade in an outdoor space.
    sombrar con aleros

    Related Words

    roof
    the upper part of a building that is covered to protect it.
    tejado
    slope
    the inclination of the roof that is found under the eave.
    faldón
    cornice
    protruding part of a building that is just below the eave.
    cornisa

    Slang Meanings

    To refer to someone who always seeks shade or refuge.
    That guy is like an eave, always looking for a place to shelter.
    Ese tipo es como un alero, siempre buscando dónde resguardarse.
    Used to describe something that is left unfinished or incomplete.
    That project is like an eave, it never gets finished.
    Ese proyecto está como un alero, nunca se termina.