Torre (en. Tower)

/ˈto.re/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

An architectural structure that rises above ground level, used for various purposes.

The Eiffel Tower is one of the most visited monuments in the world.

La torre Eiffel es uno de los monumentos más visitados del mundo.

Part of a castle or fortress that offers a vantage point from its height.

The tower of the castle provides a panoramic view of the city.

La torre del castillo proporciona una vista panorámica de la ciudad.

Construction that serves as support for antennas or communication elements.

The telecommunications tower allows the reception of television signals.

La torre de telecomunicaciones permite la recepción de señales de televisión.

From Latin 'turris'.

control tower

Installation used in airports to manage air traffic.

torre de control

to make a tower

To build several levels of something, worsening the situation.

hacer torre

ivory tower

Reference to a safe and protected place from the outside world.

torre de marfil

keep

Larger tower, usually located in fortifications.

torreón

lighthouse

Structure that emits light to guide vessels.

faro

bell tower

Tower where bells are placed.

campanario

Tower as a symbol of achievement or success.

He is at the top of his tower after winning the award.

Está en la cima de su torre tras conseguir el premio.

To refer to someone who has authority or power.

He is the one who is on the tower in this company.

Él es el que está en la torre en esta compañía.