Tapias (en. Walls)

/ˈtapjas/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Walls or fences made of earth, adobe, or stone used in the construction of property boundaries.

The garden walls are covered with vines.

Las tapias del jardín están cubiertas de enredaderas.

A term that refers to traditional construction in certain regions.

In some towns, the walls are a symbol of architectural heritage.

En algunos pueblos, las tapias son un símbolo del patrimonio arquitectónico.

From the Hispanic Arabic *ṭābīʔ, which derives from the classical Arabic طاب (ṭāb), meaning 'sacred' or 'enclosed place'.

to be on the boundary

To be in a situation of uncertainty or doubt.

estar en la tapia

to build a wall or fence an area

To build a wall or fence around a piece of land.

hacer una tapia

stucco wall

A wall coated with stucco or plaster.

tapia de estuco

adobe wall

A wall made of adobe.

tapia de adobe

tapial

A construction technique that uses compacted earth.

tapial

To refer to an enclosed or limited place.

Let's go to the boundary, there we won't be bothered by anyone.

Vamos a la tapia, allí no nos molestará nadie.