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How to Say "hearth" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “hearth” is “chimenea” — use 'chimenea' when referring specifically to the physical structure of a fireplace, including its opening and floor, especially in a functional context..

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chimenea

chee-meh-NEH-ah/tʃimeˈnea/

nounA1General
Use 'chimenea' when referring specifically to the physical structure of a fireplace, including its opening and floor, especially in a functional context.
A cozy, indoor brick fireplace with a roaring orange fire burning brightly, casting a warm glow.

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.

hogar

/oh-GAR//oˈɣaɾ/

nounB2General, slightly more literary
Use 'hogar' when you mean the hearth as the warm, central gathering place of a home, often implying family and comfort.
A close-up view of a stone fireplace hearth with brightly burning logs and glowing embers, emphasizing warmth and centrality.

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 confuse 'chimenea' and 'hogar' because both can relate to a fireplace. Remember that 'chimenea' refers to the physical structure, while 'hogar' evokes the feeling of home and family centered around the fire.

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