dormitorio
“dormitorio” means “bedroom” in Spanish (A room intended for sleeping.).
bedroom
Also: sleeping quarters
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Mi dormitorio está en el segundo piso de la casa.
A1My bedroom is on the second floor of the house.
Necesito comprar una lámpara nueva para el dormitorio principal.
A2I need to buy a new lamp for the master bedroom.
El dormitorio de invitados es pequeño, pero muy acogedor.
B1The guest bedroom is small, but very cozy.
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Which word is the most general term for 'room' that can also mean 'bedroom'?
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Comes directly from the Late Latin word *dormitōrium*, which meant 'a sleeping place.' It is built on the Latin verb *dormīre*, meaning 'to sleep.'
First recorded: Medieval period (in Spanish)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'dormitorio' and 'cuarto' or 'habitación'?
All three can refer to a room for sleeping, but 'dormitorio' is the most specific word, always meaning 'bedroom.' 'Cuarto' and 'habitación' are general terms for any 'room,' but they are often used conversationally as simple synonyms for 'bedroom' depending on the region.
Why does the English word 'dormitory' mean a large, shared sleeping area, while 'dormitorio' means a typical bedroom?
They both share the same Latin root, meaning 'sleeping place.' In English, 'dormitory' kept the sense of a large, communal sleeping hall (like in a university), while the Spanish 'dormitorio' evolved to mean the standard, private room where you sleep.