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    Mansilla (en. Mansilla)

    /man'si.ʝa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Small door or opening, usually in a wall.
    The mansilla of the house opened to a beautiful garden.
    La mansilla de la casa daba a un hermoso jardín.
    Soft or delicate behavior.
    Her mansilla attitude made her very popular among her friends.
    Su mansilla actitud le hacía muy popular entre sus amigos.
    Architectural element used to connect spaces.
    The mansilla between the living room and dining room was redesigned.
    La mansilla entre la sala y el comedor fue rediseñada.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'mansiula', diminutive of 'mansi', which means 'room'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in the mansilla
    To be in an intermediate or transitional situation.
    estar en la mansilla
    to pass through the mansilla
    To have to deal with an obstacle or complication.
    pasar por la mansilla

    Related Words

    mansion
    Large house or residence.
    mansión
    manor
    House or place belonging to a noble or aristocrat.
    manor

    Slang Meanings

    Informally known in architecture.
    The architect mentioned the mansilla in his design.
    El arquitecto mencionó la mansilla en su diseño.
    Term used to describe a cozy place.
    That mansilla in the countryside is perfect for resting.
    Esa mansilla en el campo es perfecta para descansar.