How to Say "balcony" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “balcony” is “balcón” — use 'balcón' for an outdoor platform or terrace attached to an upper floor of a building, where you can step outside..
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balcón
nounA1General
Use 'balcón' for an outdoor platform or terrace attached to an upper floor of a building, where you can step outside.
Examples
Salí al balcón para ver el atardecer.
I went out to the balcony to watch the sunset.
galería
nounB1General
Use 'galería' for a covered walkway, arcade, or an enclosed narrow viewing area, often found in commercial buildings or as a type of porch.
Examples
Compramos un regalo en una tienda de la galería comercial.
We bought a gift in a shop in the shopping arcade.
Outdoor vs. Indoor/Covered Spaces
The most common mistake is using 'galería' when you mean an open, outdoor 'balcón'. Remember that 'galería' often implies a covered, enclosed, or commercial space, not simply a platform to step out onto.
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