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    Portalón (en. Big gate)

    /poɾtaˈlon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Wide access, generally used as the main entrance.
    The portico of the castle was impressive.
    El portalón del castillo era impresionante.
    Architectural structure that serves as a large door.
    We entered the hall through the decorated portico.
    Entramos al salón a través del portalón decorado.
    Door that gives access to an important place.
    The portico of the museum was guarded by two guards.
    El portalón del museo estaba custodiado por dos guardias.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish 'portal' with the suffix '-ón,' which indicates size or importance.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Under the portico
    Referring to someone who is sheltered, in the shade of the entrance.
    bajo el portalón
    The portico of the house
    The main entrance of a home.
    el portalón de casa
    To pass through the portico
    To enter an important or symbolic place.
    pasar por el portalón

    Related Words

    Portal
    Entrance or access to a building, often of large size.
    portal
    Door
    Structure that allows or prevents access to a space.
    puerta
    Threshold
    Band or bottom part of a door.
    umbral

    Slang Meanings

    An informal exit or meeting place.
    Let's go to the portico to see if they arrive.
    Vamos al portalón a ver si llegan.
    Reference to a grand entrance that impresses.
    That place has a portico that takes your breath away.
    Ese lugar tiene un portalón que te deja sin aliento.