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    Tabique (en. Partition)

    /ta'bi.ke/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A vertical structure that is part of a building, which does not bear weight.
    The study's partition allows light to enter diffusely.
    El tabique del estudio permite que la luz entre de manera difusa.
    Division or separation of spaces in a construction.
    The partition between the rooms was made of drywall.
    El tabique entre las habitaciones se hizo de yeso.
    Material used for the construction of partitions.
    Drywall partitions are very popular in renovations.
    Los tabiques de cartón yeso son muy populares en reformas.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Hispano-Arabic 'tabīq', which means separation.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    acoustic partition
    Partition designed to reduce sound transmission.
    tabique acústico
    to make a partition
    To construct a division in a space.
    hacer un tabique
    drywall partition
    Partition made of drywall panels.
    tabique de yeso

    Related Words

    wall
    Vertical surface that defines a space.
    pared
    walls
    Walls that support the structure of a building.
    muros
    divider
    Element used to divide spaces.
    separador

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, it refers to a small or reduced place.
    That room is a partition, but very cozy.
    Ese cuarto es un tabique, pero muy acogedor.
    Could be used in a figurative sense to refer to an emotional barrier.
    Even though there is a partition between them, they try to communicate.
    Aunque hay un tabique entre ellos, intentan comunicarse.