Cúpulas (en. Domes)

/ˈku.pu.las/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Architectural structure that forms a vaulted ceiling.
The cathedral has beautiful golden domes.
La catedral tiene hermosas cúpulas doradas.
Decorative element found at the top of some buildings.
The church's domes are visible from afar.
Las cúpulas de la iglesia son visibles desde lejos.
Geodesic dome used in modern construction.
The new house is designed with ecological domes.
La nueva casa está diseñada con cúpulas ecológicas.

Etymology

From Latin 'cúpula', which means 'little dome'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

domes of the sky
Refers to clouds or the firmament.
cúpulas del cielo

Related Words

vault
Architectural structure that covers a space.
bóveda

Slang Meanings

Domes as a synonym for exclusive areas in certain contexts.
Access to the domes is only permitted in the club.
En el club solo se permite el acceso a las cúpulas.