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    Rincones (en. Corners)

    /rinˈkones/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Part of a space that is away from the center, generally angular in shape.
    The cat hid in one of the corners of the room.
    El gato se escondió en uno de los rincones de la habitación.
    Places that are considered intimate or with a special meaning.
    In the corners of my memory, I keep the memories of my childhood.
    En los rincones de mi memoria, guardo los recuerdos de mi infancia.
    Spaces that are usually poorly lit or not frequented.
    The dark corners of the house often scare people.
    Los rincones oscuros de la casa a menudo dan miedo.

    Etymology

    From the diminutive of 'rinco', which comes from Latin. Related to 'rincon', which has connotations of corner.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in the corners of the soul
    Reflects a person's deepest feelings.
    en los rincones del alma
    corners of the world
    Refers to distant or little-known places.
    rincones del mundo
    to the corner
    Expression used to indicate punishment or reprimand.
    al rincón

    Related Words

    rincón
    Corner or part of a smaller space.
    rincón
    recoveco
    A twist or fold that forms a hidden space.
    recoveco
    esquina
    Boundary of two surfaces that meet.
    esquina

    Slang Meanings

    A secret or private place where hidden things are done.
    We meet in those corners to chat without being seen.
    Nos encontramos en esos rincones para platicar sin que nos vean.
    A forgotten or neglected site.
    That corner of the city is full of graffiti and is ignored by people.
    Ese rincón de la ciudad está lleno de grafitis y es ignorado por la gente.