palco
“palco” means “box” in Spanish (a private seating area in a theater or stadium).
box
Also: VIP box, grandstand
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Teníamos asientos en un palco para ver la ópera.
B1We had seats in a box to watch the opera.
El presidente del club vio el partido desde el palco de honor.
B1The club president watched the game from the honorary box.
Es mucho más caro reservar un palco que una butaca normal.
B2It is much more expensive to reserve a box than a regular seat.
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If you are watching a soccer game from a 'palco', where are you sitting?
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From the Italian word 'palco' (meaning a scaffold or stage), which originally came from a Germanic word for 'beam' or 'plank'.
First recorded: 17th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'palco' mean the same thing as 'balcón'?
Not exactly. A 'balcón' is a balcony on a building. A 'palco' is specifically a theater or stadium box. However, they both refer to raised viewing areas!
Is a 'palco' always expensive?
In general, yes. Sitting in a palco usually implies a higher price than sitting in the general 'butacas' (seats) or 'gradas' (bleachers).
How do I say 'VIP Box' in Spanish?
You can simply say 'palco VIP' or 'palco de honor' if it is for dignitaries.