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Butacas (en. Seats)

/buˈtakas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

An individual seat, usually padded, used in public places such as theaters or cinemas.

The theater's armchairs were completely full.

Las butacas del teatro estaban totalmente llenas.

A piece of furniture designed for sitting with backrest and arms, typical in living rooms.

We bought two new armchairs for the living room.

Compramos dos butacas nuevas para el salón.

Seats in cars or airplanes designed for the comfort of passengers.

The airplane's armchairs are very comfortable.

Las butacas del avión son muy cómodas.

Etymology

From the Spanish term 'butaca', which comes from the Hispano-Arabic 'butāqa', from the classical Arabic 'بُطَاقَة‎' (buṭāqah) meaning 'chair' or 'seat'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cinema armchairs

Seats designed to be used in cinemas, often reclining.

butacas de cine

theater armchairs

Seats in a theater, usually with a specific design for the comfort of the viewer.

butacas de teatro

reclining armchairs

Seats that can be adjusted backward for greater comfort.

butacas reclinables

Related Words

armchair

A larger and more comfortable seat than a chair, usually with a high backrest and arms.

sillón

small chair

A small chair, often for children.

sillita

furniture

An object used for furnishing a space, including seats, tables, etc.

mueble

Slang Meanings

In some regions, an armchair may refer to any type of comfortable seat in a home.

That armchair is perfect for watching television.

Esa butaca es perfecta para ver la televisión.

In colloquial jargon, 'armchair' can be used to describe someone who always takes a prime seat at an event.

He always wants the best armchair at the games.

Siempre quiere la mejor butaca en los partidos.