Porche (en. Porch)

/ˈpor.tʃe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Covered architectural structure located at the entrance of a building.
The porch of the house was decorated with flowers.
El porche de la casa estaba decorado con flores.
Rest or gathering area located under a roof, but outdoors.
We sat on the porch to enjoy the sunset.
Nos sentamos en el porche para disfrutar del atardecer.

Etymology

From the French 'porche', which means covered access.

Common Phrases and Expressions

entrance porch
Covered area that provides access to the main door of the house.
porche de entrada
sit on the porch
Action of relaxing in a covered outdoor structure.
sentarse en el porche
decorate the porch
Putting decorations or furniture in the covered entrance area.
decorar el porche

Related Words

veranda
Covered terrace usually located at the entrance or side of a house.
veranda
awning
Mobile structure used to cover the space of a porch.
toldo
entrances
Paths or accesses to a place, such as the door of a house.
entradas

Slang Meanings

A place to socialize and relax.
Let's hang out on the porch with some friends.
Vamos a pasar el rato en el porche con unos amigos.
Informal meeting area in a house.
The porch has become the best place for gatherings.
El porche se ha convertido en el mejor lugar para las reuniones.