Choza (en. Hut)

/ˈtʃo.θa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A basic structure made of natural materials, often used as temporary housing.
The fisherman's hut was built with wooden logs.
La choza del pescador estaba construida con troncos de madera.
A small and humble place where a family or a group of people lives.
The family lived in a hut in the middle of the forest.
La familia vivía en una choza en medio del bosque.

Etymology

From Latin 'casa' through ancient dialectal forms.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in a hut
in a humble or rustic place.
en una choza
to live like in a hut
to live in a basic or precarious way.
vivir como en una choza

Related Words

cabin
A similar construction, generally more robust and comfortable.
cabaña
shelter
A place where one can protect oneself or take refuge.
refugio

Slang Meanings

Hut as a synonym for home in an informal context.
That hut is my home, even if it's small.
Esa choza es mi hogar, aunque sea pequeña.
Used to describe a gathering place among friends.
Let's go to the hut after school.
Vamos a la choza después de la escuela.