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    Palacio (en. Palace)

    /paˈlaθio/ (en España), /paˈlasio/ (en América Latina)

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An official residence of a king or high dignitary.
    The Royal Palace of Madrid is one of the official residences of the Spanish royal family.
    El Palacio Real de Madrid es una de las residencias oficiales de la familia real española.
    A large building that houses government offices.
    The government palace is where important decisions for the country are made.
    El palacio de gobierno es el lugar donde se toman decisiones importantes para el país.
    A historic building with architectural or cultural value.
    The Palace of Versailles attracts millions of tourists each year.
    El palacio de Versalles atrae a millones de turistas cada año.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'palatium,' which referred to the Palatine Hill in Rome, where emperors' residences were located.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    courthouse
    Building where judicial proceedings are conducted.
    palacio de justicia
    sports palace
    Facility designed for sporting events and shows.
    palacio de los deportes
    to live like a king in a palace
    To have a life full of luxuries and comforts.
    vivir como un rey en un palacio

    Related Words

    castle
    A large fortified building, typically with towers.
    castillo
    mansion
    A large and luxurious house, typically in a privileged area.
    mansión
    residence
    A place where a person or group of people lives.
    residencia

    Slang Meanings

    Expression used to refer to a luxurious or comfortable place.
    After winning the lottery, he now lives in a real palace.
    Después de ganar la lotería, ahora vive en un verdadero palacio.
    To denote a place with a lot of space and amenities.
    That house is a palace; it has a pool, gym, and movie theater.
    Esa casa es un palacio; tiene piscina, gimnasio y sala de cine.