Balcon (en. Balcony)

/bal'kon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Architectural structure that protrudes from the wall of a building, usually with a railing, and allows access to the outdoors.

The balcony of his house has a spectacular view of the sea.

El balcon de su casa tiene una vista espectacular del mar.

A place where one can enjoy the outdoors from a dwelling.

We spent the afternoon on the balcony enjoying the sunset.

Pasamos la tarde en el balcon disfrutando del atardecer.

Urban convention that allows visual contact with the street or landscape.

She leaned out over the balcony to see what was happening in the street.

Ella se asomó por el balcon para ver qué pasaba en la calle.

From the Italian 'balcone', meaning 'large balcony'.

to be on the balcony

To be in a situation of observation without being able to intervene.

estar en el balcon

to go out to the balcony

To go out to get some fresh air or enjoy the scenery.

salir al balcon

to take a look from the balcony

To observe something superficially or quickly.

echar un vistazo desde el balcon

railing

Protective structure at the edge of the balcony.

barandilla

window

Opening in the wall that allows the entry of light and air.

ventana

terrace

Outdoor space that can be at the same level as the ground.

terraza

Expression about social life in the street.

It is always said that being social on the balcony is the best in summer.

Siempre se dice que hacer vida en el balcon es lo mejor en verano.

Reference to someone who observes a lot, as in gossip.

He is a balcony watcher; he always knows what is happening in the neighborhood.

Es un balconero, siempre sabe lo que pasa en el vecindario.