Guardarropa (en. Wardrobe)

/ɡwarðɾoˈpa/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Piece of furniture or cupboard where clothes are stored.
The wardrobe in the room is very large.
El guardarropa de la habitación es muy grande.
Space or area designated for storing clothes.
The theater's wardrobe was full of coats.
El guardarropa del teatro estaba lleno de abrigos.
In some places, it refers to the service of coat racks or wardrobe where coats and personal belongings are stored.
I left my coat in the wardrobe before entering the cinema.
Dejé mi abrigo en el guardarropa antes de entrar al cine.

Etymology

From the verb 'guardar' and 'ropa', which refers to the action of storing garments.

Common Phrases and Expressions

portable wardrobe
An element that allows hanging clothes temporarily, usually at events.
guardarropa portátil
put in the wardrobe
To store something in a designated place for that purpose.
poner en el guardarropa
take out of the wardrobe
To remove garments from a place designated for storing clothes.
sacar del guardarropa

Related Words

clothing
Garments that are worn or used on the body.
ropa
to keep
To place something in a place where it will be safe.
guardar
cupboard
Furniture where clothes or other objects are stored.
armario

Slang Meanings

Clothing organizer in social settings.
That place serves as a wardrobe, where everyone leaves their jackets.
Ese sitio sirve como un guardarropa, donde todos dejan sus chaquetas.
Place where clothes are hung at a party.
The wardrobe at the wedding was always full.
El guardarropa en la boda estaba siempre lleno.