Pabellón (en. Pavilion)

/pa.βeˈʝon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Structure built for a specific use, such as exhibitions or events.
The fair pavilion was full of visitors.
El pabellón de la feria estaba lleno de visitantes.
Part of a building that can be used for different purposes.
The health pavilion of the hospital has several medical specialties.
El pabellón de salud del hospital tiene varias especialidades médicas.
In the sports context, an area designated for an event or discipline.
The basketball pavilion was renovated before the championship.
El pabellón de baloncesto fue renovado antes del campeonato.

Etymology

From the Latin 'pavilionem', which means 'roof, canopy'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

exhibition hall
Place designated for fairs or exhibitions.
pabellón de exposiciones
sports hall
Facility where sports are practiced.
pabellón de deportes
national flag
Flag that represents a country.
pabellón nacional

Related Words

canopy
Fabric that covers and protects from the sun or rain.
toldo
hall
Large room for events or meetings.
salón
facility
Set of means necessary for the development of an activity.
instalación

Slang Meanings

Meeting place or social gathering.
Let's go to the pavilion after classes.
Vamos al pabellón después de clases.
Refers to a place where recreational activities take place.
The pavilion was filled with music and dancing.
El pabellón se llenó de música y baile.