pasillo
“pasillo” means “hallway” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
hallway, corridor
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Dejé mis zapatos en el pasillo antes de entrar.
A1I left my shoes in the hallway before coming in.
El pasillo de este hotel es muy largo y tiene muchas puertas.
A2The corridor in this hotel is very long and has many doors.
aisle
Also: gangway
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¿Prefieres asiento de pasillo o de ventanilla en el avión?
A2Do you prefer an aisle seat or a window seat on the plane?
El pasillo de las verduras está justo a la derecha.
A2The produce aisle is just to the right.
Por favor, no bloqueen el pasillo con sus carritos.
B1Please, do not block the aisle with your carts.
pasillo
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El pasillo es la música nacional de Ecuador.
B1The pasillo is the national music of Ecuador.
Bailamos un pasillo muy elegante en la boda.
B2We danced a very elegant pasillo at the wedding.
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Quick Quiz: pasillo
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'pasillo' in the context of travel?
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📚 Etymology▼
This word comes from the Spanish root 'paso' (meaning 'step' or 'passage') combined with the diminutive ending '-illo'. It literally means 'a small path' or 'a little way through.' This perfectly describes its function as a narrow path inside a building or between rows.
First recorded: 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'pasillo' masculine or feminine?
'Pasillo' is always a masculine noun. You must use 'el' or 'un' before it, and any adjectives describing it must also be masculine (e.g., 'el pasillo limpio').
How do I say 'aisle' in a church?
While 'pasillo' is often understood, the more specific and traditional word for the main aisle in a church (especially for weddings) is 'nave' (the central part of the church) or 'pasillo central'.