contiguo
“contiguo” means “adjacent” in Spanish (physical proximity).
adjacent, adjoining
Also: neighboring, next door
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Mi oficina está en el despacho contiguo.
A2My office is in the adjoining room.
Las dos casas son contiguas y comparten un jardín.
B1The two houses are adjacent and share a garden.
Buscamos un terreno contiguo al nuestro para ampliar la granja.
B2We are looking for a plot of land next to ours to expand the farm.
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Which word would you use to describe a room that shares a wall with yours?
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From the Latin word 'contiguus', which comes from 'con-' (together) and 'tangere' (to touch). It literally describes things that are touching each other.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'contiguo' the same as 'al lado'?
They are very similar! 'Al lado' just means 'next to,' while 'contiguo' implies they are actually touching or share a boundary.
Does 'contiguo' always need the letter 'a' after it?
Only if you are mentioning the other object. You can say 'habitaciones contiguas' (no 'a' needed) or 'una habitación contigua a la otra' (need 'a').
Why is there a 'u' at the end?
It is part of the root of the word. Remember that in 'contiguo', the 'u' is pronounced, unlike in words like 'guerra' where it is silent.