Ventilación (en. Ventilation)

/ventilaˈθjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Process of renewing the air in an enclosed space.

Good ventilation is needed in the room to avoid the buildup of odors.

Se necesita una buena ventilación en la sala para evitar la acumulación de olores.

Device or system that provides fresh air.

The ventilation system of this building is very efficient.

El sistema de ventilación de este edificio es muy eficiente.

Change of air, either natural or forced, in an environment.

It is important to ensure proper ventilation while cooking.

Es importante asegurar una correcta ventilación al cocinar.

From the Latin 'ventilatione', meaning 'the action of ventilating'.

cross ventilation

Method of ventilation that involves opening windows or doors on opposite sides to create a breeze.

ventilación cruzada

natural ventilation

Aeration process that occurs without mechanical devices, taking advantage of weather conditions.

ventilación natural

active ventilation

Method of ventilation that uses equipment to force air flow.

ventilación activa

to ventilate

Action of allowing air circulation in a space.

ventilar

extractor

Device that helps to extract stale air or heat from a place.

extractor

air conditioning

System that cools and dehumidifies the air in an enclosed space.

aire acondicionado

To be up to date with current events

You have to be in the loop to know what is happening in the city.

Tienes que estar en la ventilación para saber lo que está pasando en la ciudad.

To breathe fresh air

I need a bit of fresh air after that boring meeting.

Necesito un poco de ventilación después de esa reunión aburrida.