rincón
/rreen-KOHN/
corner
This image shows a basic, empty corner, illustrating rincón as the intersection of two surfaces.
rincón(noun)
corner
?The internal angle where two walls or surfaces meet
angle
?Geometric or architectural use
📝 In Action
Mi perro siempre se esconde detrás del sofá en el rincón.
A2My dog always hides behind the sofa in the corner.
Hay una telaraña en el rincón del techo.
B1There is a spiderweb in the corner of the ceiling.
💡 Grammar Points
Masculine Noun
Remember to use the masculine articles (el, un) and masculine adjectives with rincón, as it is a masculine noun.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Rincón vs. Esquina
Mistake: "Using 'rincón' when talking about a street corner."
Correction: Use 'rincón' for internal corners (inside a room or box). Use 'esquina' for external corners, like a street corner or the edge of a table.
⭐ Usage Tips
Visualizing the Corner
Think of 'rincón' as the place where you could put a piece of furniture—it’s the cozy, interior space created by the angle.
A rincón can also refer to a small, cozy, or secluded place, like this comfortable reading nook.
rincón(noun)
nook
?A small, cozy, or secluded place
,remote spot
?Figurative: referring to a distant area or region
part
?Referring to an area of a country or city
📝 In Action
Viajamos a los rincones más lejanos de la selva.
B1We traveled to the most remote spots of the jungle.
Ese café tiene un rincón muy especial para trabajar.
B2That coffee shop has a very special nook for working.
Guardó el secreto en algún rincón de su mente.
C1He kept the secret hidden in some corner of his mind.
⭐ Usage Tips
Figurative Use
When used in the plural ('los rincones'), it often means 'every part' or 'the entirety' of a place, suggesting thoroughness or vastness.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: rincón
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses 'rincón' to describe an internal angle?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'rincón' and 'esquina'?
'Rincón' refers to an internal corner, like the angle inside your bedroom or a quiet, secluded area. 'Esquina' refers to an external corner, like the corner where two streets meet or the sharp edge of a box.