Chester (en. Chesterfield)
/ˈtʃɛstər/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
An armchair or sofa characterized by its button upholstery.
I bought a chester to give an elegant touch to the living room.
Compré un chester para darle un toque elegante a la sala de estar.
Furniture that provides comfort and support.
The chester is ideal for sitting and relaxing by the fireplace.
El chester es ideal para sentarse y relajarse frente a la chimenea.
A style of sofa that originated in the United Kingdom.
My grandmother has an antique chester that has been in the family for generations.
Mi abuela tiene un chester antiguo que ha estado en la familia por generaciones.
Etymology
The term comes from English, related to the city of Chester, where this type of furniture became popular.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to sit on the chester
To rest or relax on a comfortable sofa.
sentarse en el chester
classic chester
Reference to a traditional model of chester sofa.
chester clásico
to decorate with a chester
To incorporate a chester sofa into home decor.
decorar con un chester
Related Words
sofa
Furniture with a backrest and arms, usually upholstered, that can accommodate several people.
sofá
armchair
A comfortable chair with arms, often used for resting.
butaca
furniture
Any of the objects that serve to furnish a space.
mueble
Slang Meanings
A person who appears elegant or has good taste in their clothing.
That guy is a chester; he always dresses in style.
Ese chico es un chester, siempre se viste a la moda.
A type of friend who is very friendly and welcoming.
Pablo is a real chester; he always makes us feel at home.
Pablo es un verdadero chester, siempre nos hace sentir como en casa.