Cortinajes (en. Draperies)
/kor.tiˈna.xes/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Curtains and fabrics used to cover windows or decorative walls.
The drapery in the living room added an elegant touch to the atmosphere.
Los cortinajes de la sala de estar le daban un toque elegante al ambiente.
Decorative elements that can be made of various materials such as fabrics, linens, or silk.
The designer selected silk drapery for the event.
El diseñador seleccionó cortinajes de seda para el evento.
Curtains used to divide spaces in interiors.
The drapery in the office helps create a more private environment.
Los cortinajes en la oficina ayudan a crear un ambiente más privado.
Etymology
From the noun 'cortina' with the suffix '-ajes', related to the act of covering or draping.
Common Phrases and Expressions
luxury drapery
Referring to high-quality curtains with sophisticated design.
cortinajes de lujo
custom drapery
Curtains made specifically according to the measurements of the space.
cortinajes a medida
playing with the drapery
Modify the arrangement of the curtains to alter the light and privacy of a space.
jugar con los cortinajes
Related Words
curtain
Fabric that hangs in windows to cover and decorate.
cortina
draping
Technique of hanging or arranging fabrics decoratively.
drapaje
drapery video
Recordings that show examples of decoration with curtains.
vídeo de cortinaje
Slang Meanings
Smoke screen
They say they lead the project, but it’s just drapery to hide the problems.
Se dice que lideran el proyecto, pero es solo cortinaje para ocultar los problemas.
Both curtains
She always changes the both curtains so her house looks different.
Ella siempre cambia los tanto de cortinas para que su casa luzca diferente.