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    Alfombra (en. Rug)

    /alfóm.bra/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A decorative and functional object placed on the floor to beautify and provide comfort.
    The living room carpet is of Persian type.
    La alfombra del salón es de tipo persa.
    A textile surface primarily used to cover the floor.
    We need to clean the carpet because it has stains.
    Necesitamos limpiar la alfombra porque tiene manchas.
    Fabric used to warm and decorate spaces.
    I bought a new carpet for the room.
    Compré una alfombra nueva para la habitación.

    Etymology

    From the Hispanic Arabic 'al-ḥumra', which means 'the red one'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be under the carpet
    To hide something that you don't want seen.
    estar bajo la alfombra
    to bring to light what is under the carpet
    To reveal something that had been hidden.
    sacar a la luz lo que está bajo la alfombra
    red carpet
    A symbol of welcome or recognition, used at important events.
    alfombra roja

    Related Words

    tapestry
    Decorative fabric that is usually hung on walls.
    tapiz
    carpet tile
    A carpet that covers the entire floor of a room.
    moqueta
    folder
    A covering used to protect the floor.
    carpeta

    Slang Meanings

    Referring to a situation that is being hidden.
    That discussion was left under the carpet.
    Esa discusión se quedó bajo la alfombra.
    To express surprise at something unexpected.
    I was left on the carpet when I saw the result.
    Me quedé en la alfombra cuando vi el resultado.