Casas (en. Houses)
/ˈkasas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A set of rooms and services that form a home.
The house has three bedrooms and a garden.
La casa cuenta con tres dormitorios y un jardín.
Building that provides shelter and security.
I always feel safe in my house.
Siempre me siento seguro en mi casa.
A construction intended to be inhabited by people.
The houses in this neighborhood are very old.
Las casas en este barrio son muy antiguas.
Etymology
From the Latin 'casa', which means 'cabin' or 'dwelling'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be at home
Being in one's own dwelling.
estar en casa
country house
Dwelling located in the countryside or rural area.
casa de campo
guest house
Building that offers temporary accommodation.
casa de huéspedes
to break the bank
Spending a lot of money on a celebration or event.
echar la casa por la ventana
Related Words
house
Building intended to be inhabited.
casa
bedroom
Room intended for sleeping.
dormitorio
neighborhood
Set of houses and inhabitants in a specific area.
vecindario
Slang Meanings
House
We are going to Maria's house to watch a movie.
Vamos a la casa de María a ver una película.
The house
I love working from home.
Me encanta trabajar desde la casa.