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    Sofá (en. Couch)

    /soˈfa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A piece of furniture with a seat, backrest, and typically arms, intended for resting or conversation.
    The living room sofa is very comfortable for watching television.
    El sofá del salón es muy cómodo para ver la televisión.
    A upholstered piece of furniture that can also serve as a bed.
    At home, we have a sofa bed for guests.
    En casa tenemos un sofá cama para los invitados.
    Seating for several people, typically placed in a living area.
    The sofa is placed facing the fireplace.
    El sofá se coloca enfrentado a la chimenea.

    Etymology

    From French 'sofa', from Arabic 'ṣuffa', meaning 'bench, sofa'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be on the sofa
    It means to be relaxed or inactive, usually on a sofa.
    estar en el sofá
    to sit on the sofa
    Action of taking a seat on the sofa, commonly to rest.
    sentarse en el sofá
    sofa bed
    Sofa that can convert into a bed to accommodate people.
    sofá cama
    two-seater sofa
    Type of sofa designed to seat two people.
    sofá de dos plazas

    Related Words

    furniture
    Object that serves to furnish a space.
    mueble
    footrest
    Furniture used to rest the feet.
    reposapiés
    cushioned
    Covered with soft and thick material for greater comfort.
    acolchado

    Slang Meanings

    Loud
    Let's make a 'chillón' on the sofa while watching a movie.
    Vamos a hacer un 'chillón' en el sofá viendo una película.
    Grandma's sofa
    That is grandma's sofa; it's a classic.
    Ese es el sofá de la abuela, es un clásico.