Muebles (en. Furniture)

/ˈmwe.βles/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Objects used to furnish a space, such as chairs, tables, sofas, etc.
The furniture in the living room is very elegant.
Los muebles de la sala son muy elegantes.
A collection of items that serve to adorn and equip a home or office.
We need new furniture for the guest room.
Necesitamos nuevos muebles para la habitación de invitados.
Objects that facilitate human activities in a certain place.
The living room is full of comfortable furniture.
El salón está lleno de muebles cómodos.

Etymology

From Latin 'mobilis', meaning 'movable'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

garden furniture
Furniture designed for use outdoors, such as patios or gardens.
muebles de jardín
buy furniture
The action of acquiring new furniture for a space.
comprar muebles
custom furniture
Furniture specifically designed to fit a particular space.
muebles a medida

Related Words

furnishings
Set of furniture in a space.
mobiliario
decoration
The art of beautifying a space with furniture and other elements.
decoración
style
The way furniture and decorations are combined in a space.
estilo

Slang Meanings

Discarded furniture that can still be used.
There were some furniture items on the street that people left because they no longer wanted them.
En la calle había unos muebles que la gente dejó porque ya no los quería.
Second-hand furniture sold at a good price.
I bought some used furniture at an antique shop.
Compré unos muebles usados en una tienda de antigüedades.