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    Cuartucho (en. Tiny room)

    /kwarˈtutʃo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Definition: Small and poorly maintained room, often in unsanitary conditions.
    Example Sentence: The tenant lives in a cuartucho in the old neighborhood.
    El inquilino vive en un cuartucho del barrio antiguo.
    Definition: Makeshift or inadequate room for living.
    Example Sentence: The cuartucho where he works is filled with boxes and messy.
    El cuartucho donde trabaja está lleno de boxes y desorden.
    Definition: Accommodation of little value or very precarious character.
    Example Sentence: They decided to rent a cuartucho to save on expenses.
    Decidieron alquilar un cuartucho para ahorrar en gastos.

    Etymology

    Etymology/Origin: Derived from 'cuarto', with the augmentative suffix 'ucho' that denotes disdain.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Common Phrase: to live in a cuartucho
    Meaning: To live in precarious or uncomfortable conditions.
    vivir en un cuartucho
    Common Phrase: to have a cuartucho
    Meaning: To possess a small and disorganized space.
    tener un cuartucho

    Related Words

    Related Word: cuarto
    Description: Enclosed space that is part of a building.
    cuarto
    Related Word: choza
    Description: Rustic and simple construction, generally of poor quality.
    choza

    Slang Meanings

    Slang Meaning: Temporary or cheap accommodation.
    Slang Example: That cuartucho is just a place to sleep when I go out partying.
    Ese cuartucho es solo un lugar para dormir cuando salgo de fiesta.
    Slang Meaning: Room in poor condition, often used in a humorous context.
    Slang Example: My friend lives in a cuartucho so small that it looks like a closet.
    Mi amigo vive en un cuartucho tan pequeño que parece un armario.