A colorful storybook illustration of a spacious, brightly lit building lobby. The scene includes a simple reception desk, a potted plant, and several comfortable chairs near the large entrance doors.

vestíbulo

ves-TEE-boo-loh

nounmB1

lobby?Main entrance area of a building,foyer?The entrance area of a theater or large home

Also:entrance hall?General term for a large entry space,vestibule?Formal architectural term

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El vestíbulo del hotel era lujoso, con un suelo de mármol.

The hotel lobby was luxurious, with a marble floor.

Por favor, espérame en el vestíbulo mientras busco las llaves.

Please wait for me in the entrance hall while I look for the keys.

Hay una recepción en el vestíbulo principal del edificio.

There is a reception desk in the building's main foyer.

Word Connections

Synonyms

entrada (entrance)
recibidor (receiving room (often domestic))
zaguán (hallway/entrance corridor (often traditional Spanish architecture))

Common Collocations

vestíbulo principal – main lobby
vestíbulo de un teatro – theater foyer
esperar en el vestíbulo – to wait in the lobby

💡 Grammar Points

Always Masculine

Even though many Spanish nouns ending in '-o' are masculine, remember that 'vestíbulo' always uses the masculine article 'el' (el vestíbulo).

❌ Common Pitfalls

Confusing Size

Mistake: "Using 'vestíbulo' for a very small entrance area."

Correction: 'Vestíbulo' implies a large, open space. For a small, private entrance in a home, use 'recibidor' or 'entrada'.

⭐ Usage Tips

Formal Context

Use 'vestíbulo' when referring to the grand entrance of public buildings like hospitals, museums, hotels, or large apartment blocks.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: vestíbulo

Question 1 of 1

Which room is best described as a 'vestíbulo'?

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Word Family

vestir(to dress/clothe) - verb

vestimenta(clothing/attire) - noun

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'vestíbulo' and 'entrada'?

'Entrada' is the general word for 'entrance' or 'way in,' and can refer to a door or small area. 'Vestíbulo' specifically refers to the large, often impressive, hall or lobby just inside that entrance, especially in large buildings.