Torrebianca (en. Torrebianca)
to-re-bian-ca
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Elevated architectural structure, generally square or rectangular in shape, intended for defensive or observational functions.
The torrebianca was built to watch over the territory.
La torrebianca fue construida para vigilar el territorio.
Building that stands out for its white color.
In the village, there is a torrebianca that is well-known for its beauty.
En el pueblo hay una torrebianca que es muy conocida por su belleza.
Etymology
From the Spanish 'torre' and 'bianca', which means white in Italian.
Common Phrases and Expressions
torrebianca of history
Emblematic construction that has endured through time.
torrebianca de la historia
Torrebianca viewpoint
An elevated place that provides a panoramic view.
mirador Torrebianca
Related Words
white
Color associated with purity and light.
blanco
architecture
Art and technique of building structures.
arquitectura
heritage
Set of goods that is passed down from one generation to another.
patrimonio
Slang Meanings
An expression to refer to something that stands out for its clarity or purity.
That project is a torrebianca compared to the others.
Ese proyecto es una torrebianca en comparación con los demás.
Colloquial use to describe a situation that seems easy.
For me, solving that problem was a torrebianca.
Para mí, resolver ese problema fue una torrebianca.