Atrio (en. Atrium)

/ˈa.tɾio/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Exterior space of a church where the faithful are received.
The atrium of the cathedral is a beautiful place to meditate.
El atrio de la catedral es un lugar hermoso para meditar.
Access area to a building, generally open and with columns.
The atrium of the palace was decorated with magnificent statues.
El atrio del palacio estaba decorado con magníficas estatuas.
Interior square of an architectural complex.
In the hotel atrium, there is a central fountain.
En el atrio del hotel hay una fuente central.

Etymology

From Latin 'atrium', referring to a central space in Roman houses.

Common Phrases and Expressions

attention in the atrium
Reference to reception or waiting in a public area.
atención en el atrio

Related Words

vestibule
Space at the entrance of a building, generally enclosed.
vestíbulo
portico
Architectural structure that serves as an entrance, with columns and a roof.
pórtico

Slang Meanings

Space to wait before an event.
We will see each other in the atrium before the concert.
Nos veremos en el atrio antes del concierto.