Chozas (en. Huts)

/ˈtʃoθas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Construction made of wood, cane, or clay, that serves as shelter.
The farmers' huts are very simple.
Las chozas de los campesinos son muy sencillas.
Cabin or improvised shelter.
They took refuge in a hut while the storm passed.
Se refugiaron en una choza mientras pasaba la tormenta.
Very poor housing or in bad condition.
They lived in huts in the middle of the jungle.
Vivían en chozas en medio de la selva.

Etymology

Derived from the term 'hut', of uncertain origin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to live in a hut
to live in a very humble dwelling.
vivir en una choza
to make huts
to build improvised shelters.
hacer chozas

Related Words

cabin
Small construction, generally made of wood, intended for habitation.
cabaña
shelter
Place where safety or shelter is found.
refugio

Slang Meanings

Temporary or improvised dwelling.
They are living in some huts on the beach.
Están viviendo en unas chozas en la playa.
Place for a party or informal gathering.
Let's have a barbecue in the huts at the park.
Vamos a hacer un asado en las chozas del parque.