Bañera (en. Bathtub)
/baɲˈeɾa/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Large container used to be filled with water and take baths.
The bathtub in my house is porcelain.
La bañera de mi casa es de porcelana.
It is usually installed in bathrooms and can come in various designs.
The bathtub is vintage style, very elegant.
La bañera es de estilo vintage, muy elegante.
It is often filled with hot water for relaxation or cleaning.
After a long day, I love to relax in the bathtub.
Después de un largo día, me encanta relajarme en la bañera.
Etymology
From Latin 'balnearia', which means 'of bath'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
take a bath in the bathtub
Relaxing by immersing oneself in water in the bathtub.
tomar un baño en la bañera
fill the bathtub
Preparing the bathtub for use by adding water.
llena la bañera
whirlpool bathtub
Bathtub that has water jets and bubbles for massages.
bañera de hidromasaje
Related Words
bath
Space in the house designated for personal hygiene.
baño
shower
Stream of water used for personal cleaning, usually while standing.
ducha
tub
Synonym for bathtub, although it may refer to a smaller container.
tina
Slang Meanings
Take a bath
After running, I'm going to take a bath in the bathtub.
Después de correr, me voy a echar un baño en la bañera.
Relax in the bathtub
Today I need to relax in the bathtub with bubbles.
Hoy necesito relajarme en la bañera con espuma.