How to Say "fireplace" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “fireplace” is “chimenea” — use this word for the general indoor structure where a fire is made, especially if it includes a chimney. It's the most common and versatile translation.
Use this word for the general indoor structure where a fire is made, especially if it includes a chimney. It's the most common and versatile translation.
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Use this word when referring to the hearth or the area specifically designed for a fire within a house, often evoking a sense of home and warmth.
Learn more →chee-meh-NEH-ahtʃimeˈnea
Examples
Pusimos los calcetines sobre la chimenea para Santa.
We put the stockings over the fireplace for Santa.
Me encanta el olor a leña quemada que sale de la chimenea.
I love the smell of burning wood coming from the fireplace.
Gender Alert
Remember that 'chimenea' is always feminine, so you must use 'la chimenea' or 'una chimenea'.
Using the wrong article
Mistake: “El chimenea”
Correction: La chimenea. Even though it ends in -a, always check the gender of new nouns.
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Examples
En invierno, la familia se reunía alrededor del hogar.
In winter, the family would gather around the hearth.
El fuego en el hogar crepitaba alegremente.
The fire in the hearth crackled cheerfully.
Chimenea vs. Hogar
Learners often use 'chimenea' for every type of fireplace. Remember that while 'chimenea' is the general term and can include the chimney, 'hogar' specifically refers to the hearth itself, the part where the fire burns, often with a warmer, more domestic feel.
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