Decoraciones (en. Decorations)

/dekoɾaˈθjones/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Elements used to beautify a place.
The decorations at the party were beautiful.
Las decoraciones de la fiesta eran hermosas.
Ornaments placed in a room.
The decorations in the hall were chosen with great care.
Las decoraciones del salón fueron elegidas con mucho cuidado.
Garments or accessories that complement an outfit.
The decorations she wore on her dress were very elegant.
Las decoraciones que llevaba en el vestido eran muy elegantes.

Etymology

It derives from the verb 'decorar', which comes from the Latin 'decorare', meaning to beautify.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Christmas decorations
A set of elements used to adorn during the Christmas holiday.
decoraciones de Navidad
wedding decorations
Elements used to beautify a wedding event.
decoraciones de boda
birthday decorations
Ornaments and elements used to celebrate a birthday.
decoraciones de cumpleaños

Related Words

decorate
A verb that means to beautify or adorn a place.
decorar
decorative
An adjective that describes something that has a decorative function.
decorativo
ornament
A decorative element, an object used to beautify.
adorno

Slang Meanings

Impromptu or low-cost decorations.
They were just some second-hand decorations for the party.
Eran solo unas decoraciones de segunda mano para la fiesta.
Excessive or ridiculous decorations.
That house has decorations that are a true 'overkill' for the season.
Esa casa tiene decoraciones que son un verdadero 'overkill' para la temporada.