Colgaduras (en. Hangings)

/kolɡaˈðuɾas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Decorative fabrics that are hung on walls or places to beautify a space.
The hangings in the living room give an elegant touch to the decor.
Las colgaduras en el salón le dan un toque elegante a la decoración.
Ornaments or curtains that are hung, especially in festive contexts.
The light hangings illuminated the garden during the celebration.
Las colgaduras de luces iluminaban el jardín durante la celebración.
Textile elements used to cover or adorn vertical space.
The wedding hangings were made of fine lace.
Las colgaduras de la boda estaban hechas de encajes finos.

Etymology

The term comes from the verb 'to hang', which means to suspend something in a place.

Common Phrases and Expressions

party hangings
Hung decorations used in celebrations.
colgaduras de fiesta
summer hangings
Lightweight fabrics that are hung in outdoor places during summer.
colgaduras de verano
winter hangings
Heavier fabrics used for decoration in winter.
colgaduras de invierno

Related Words

curtain
Fabric that is hung to cover windows.
cortina
fabric
Textile material used to make hangings.
tela
decoration
The art of beautifying a space.
decoración

Slang Meanings

A colloquial way to refer to informal decorative elements.
In that house, the hangings are very original, they look handmade.
En esa casa, las colgaduras son muy originales, parecen hechas a mano.
Fabrics used in social events that set style or trend.
The hangings they chose for the party are the latest fashion.
Las colgaduras que eligieron para la fiesta son lo último en moda.