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    Repisa (en. Shelf)

    /reˈpisa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Architectural element that protrudes from a wall and allows for placing objects.
    The living room shelf is decorated with family photos.
    La repisa de la sala está decorada con fotos familiares.
    Shelf or flat surface used to store or display items.
    We placed the books on the library shelf.
    Colocamos los libros en la repisa de la biblioteca.
    Horizontal surface usually supported by brackets.
    The kitchen shelf was used to display the spices.
    La repisa de la cocina se utilizó para exhibir las especias.

    Etymology

    It comes from the verb 'repisar', which refers to a support on the wall.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to put something on the shelf
    To place an object on a shelf or flat surface.
    poner algo en la repisa
    to the shelf
    Expression that indicates something has been relegated or set aside.
    a la repisa
    to check the shelf
    To examine the objects on a shelf to reorganize or clean.
    revisar la repisa

    Related Words

    shelving
    Furniture that has several shelves to place objects.
    estantería
    support
    Element that serves as a base or support for something.
    soporte
    shelf
    Shelf that is placed in a piece of furniture or on a wall.
    balda

    Slang Meanings

    Representation of something in a visible place
    That photo on the shelf is a good reminder of our travels.
    Esa foto en la repisa es un buen recordatorio de nuestros viajes.
    To give value or importance to something that is in sight
    I always give too much importance to the shelf in my room.
    Siempre le doy demasiada importancia a la repisa de mi cuarto.