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salón

sah-LOHNsaˈlon

living room, lounge

Also: drawing room
NounmA1
A cozy living room featuring a comfortable sofa, an armchair, and a small coffee table on a rug.

📝 In Action

Vamos al salón para ver la película.

A1

Let's go to the living room to watch the movie.

Mi abuela siempre tiene flores frescas en el salón.

A2

My grandmother always has fresh flowers in the living room.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • sala (living room (often smaller or more general))
  • estancia (room/stay (often formal))

Common Collocations

  • sofá del salón – living room sofa
  • muebles del salón – living room furniture

hall, ballroom

Also: parlor, venue
NounmB1
A large, elegant, empty hall with high ceilings, tall arched windows, and a polished floor, suitable for a large event.

📝 In Action

La conferencia se celebró en el salón principal del hotel.

B1

The conference was held in the main hall of the hotel.

Necesito una cita en el salón de belleza.

A2

I need an appointment at the beauty parlor (or hair salon).

Word Connections

Synonyms

Common Collocations

  • salón de eventos – event hall
  • salón de actos – assembly hall
  • salón de baile – ballroom/dance hall

classroom

NounmA2
Mexico and Central AmericaSpain
A bright, tidy classroom with rows of small wooden desks facing a chalkboard mounted on the wall.

📝 In Action

El examen será en el salón número cinco.

A2

The exam will be in classroom number five.

El profesor entró tarde al salón.

A2

The teacher entered the classroom late.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • aula (classroom (feminine, commonly used in Spain))
  • clase (class/classroom)

Common Collocations

  • salón de clases – classroom

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "salón" in Spanish:

ballroom→drawing room→parlor→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: salón

Question 1 of 2

Which English translation is NOT a common meaning of 'salón'?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
sala(room/living room) — Noun
saloncito(small living room (diminutive)) — Noun
🎵 Rhymes▼
corazóncanción
📚 Etymology▼

The word 'salón' comes from the French word *salon*, meaning a large room or a reception room. This French word itself is an enlargement of the Italian *sala*, which just means 'room.' It has always been associated with a principal or large gathering space.

First recorded: 17th century (in Spanish, adapting the French term)

Cognates (Related words)

French: salonItalian: salone

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'salón' masculine or feminine?

Salón is always masculine. You must use 'el salón' or 'un salón'.

What is the difference between 'salón' and 'sala'?

'Salón' usually suggests a larger, main room, or a place dedicated to a specific activity (like a beauty salon or dance hall). 'Sala' is often used interchangeably for 'living room,' but can also mean a smaller, more general room.