Baldosas (en. Tiles)
/balˈðozas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A flat, thin piece of ceramic, stone, or another material used to cover floors or walls.
Ceramic tiles are very popular in kitchens.
Las baldosas de cerámica son muy populares en las cocinas.
Material used in construction to finish floors.
The bathroom has marble tiles that look elegant.
El baño tiene baldosas de mármol que lucen elegantes.
Set of tiles arranged in an area.
The hallway has a beautiful design of colored tiles.
El corredor tiene un hermoso diseño de baldosas de colores.
Etymology
From the French 'baltose', which refers to tiles or ceramic pieces.
Common Phrases and Expressions
ceramic tiles
Tiles made of a material that includes clay and glaze, commonly used in finishes.
baldosas de cerámica
tile floors
Surface of a space covered with tiles.
pisos de baldosas
non-slip tiles
Tiles designed to offer greater friction and prevent slipping.
baldosas antideslizantes
Related Words
tile
Piece similar to a tile, usually made of a different material.
loseta
tile
Ceramic tile, generally decorative.
azulejo
pavement
Surface of an area built with various tiles or materials.
pavimento
Slang Meanings
Tiles that are placed in an improvised manner.
The owner laid the tiles haphazardly in the patio.
El dueño puso baldosas de cualquier manera en el patio.