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How to Say "vestibule" in Spanish

The Spanish word forvestibuleis vestíbuloB1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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Formal architectural term
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.

Examples

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.

Always Masculine

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

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'.

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