Portalada (en. Cover page)

/poɾtaˈlaða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A large door or entrance found in a building, often decorated.
The portal of the cathedral is impressive.
La portalada de la catedral es impresionante.
The design or architectural decoration of a main door.
The portal features reliefs that represent biblical scenes.
La portalada cuenta con relieves que representan escenas bíblicas.
An access that leads to a specific place, such as a palace or a temple.
The portal of the palace opened its doors to the public.
La portalada del palacio abrió sus puertas para el público.

Etymology

The word 'portalada' comes from the Latin 'portala', which refers to 'door' or 'entry'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

entry portal
The grand door that gives access to a main building.
portalada de entrada
monumental portal
An entrance of large size and architectural significance.
portalada monumental

Related Words

portal
Architectural structure used as an entrance.
portal
door
Structure that allows passage from one place to another.
puerta
threshold
Lower part of a door that marks the boundary between two spaces.
umbral

Slang Meanings

Expression that refers to a situation of great openness or welcome.
The event was like a portal, everyone was invited!
El evento fue como una portalada, ¡todos estaban invitados!
Used to describe something that is easily accessible.
In this city, job opportunities are a portal for young people.
En esta ciudad, las oportunidades laborales son una portalada para los jóvenes.