Barrotes (en. Bars)

/baˈro.tes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Solid bars used to reinforce a structure.
The bars of the fence are very sturdy.
Los barrotes de la reja son muy robustos.
Security elements in doors and windows.
The bars prevent access to the house.
Los barrotes impiden el acceso a la casa.
Bars that are part of a structure to increase its strength.
The bars of the bridge are essential for its stability.
Los barrotes del puente son esenciales para su estabilidad.

Etymology

From Latin 'barrotes', which refers to bars or rods.

Common Phrases and Expressions

security bars
Bars installed on doors and windows to prevent theft.
barrotes de seguridad
to leave someone behind bars
To make someone become trapped or imprisoned.
dejar a alguien entre barrotes
like behind bars
To be in a position of limited freedom.
como entre barrotes

Related Words

railing
Structure placed on windows or doors, usually made of bars.
reja
fence
Barricade or delimitation made with bars or other materials.
cerca
fortification
Reinforced structure that may include bars for its defense.
fortificación

Slang Meanings

Security bars in an urban context.
In this neighborhood, all businesses have bars.
En este barrio, todos los negocios tienen barrotes.
Bars as a synonym for prison.
He spent years behind bars for his crimes.
Pasó años entre barrotes por sus delitos.