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    Estera (en. Mat)

    /esˈte.ɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An object used to cover the floor.
    The mat was made of rushes and was very durable.
    La estera estaba hecha de junco y era muy resistente.
    A flat fabric used for sitting or resting.
    We sat on the mat to eat.
    Nos sentamos en la estera para comer.
    A decorative element in some cultures.
    The mat on the altar had an intricate design.
    La estera en el altar tenía un diseño intrincado.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'stera', which means 'bed' or 'dream.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in a difficult situation
    To be in a difficult or uncomfortable situation.
    estar en la estera
    to change places, to try to escape a situation
    To change place, to try to escape from a situation.
    mover la estera

    Related Words

    rug
    A small carpet that is placed on the floor.
    tapete
    edge
    Band or border of a mat.
    canto

    Slang Meanings

    Improvised shelter or place to rest.
    After a long day, he lay down on the mat in the park.
    Después de un largo día, se tiró en la estera del parque.
    A place where some social or informal activity takes place.
    The party was on the mat by the lake.
    La fiesta fue en la estera junto al lago.