Bedroom in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'bedroom' is 'dormitorio', pronounced dor-mee-TOH-ryoh (IPA: /doɾmiˈtoɾjo/). It is a B1-level masculine noun (plural: dormitorios).
Pronunciation: dor-mee-TOH-ryoh
| Spanish | dormitorio |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | dor-mee-TOH-ryoh · /doɾmiˈtoɾjo/ |
| Part of speech | noun (masculine) |
| Plural | dormitorios |
| Level | B1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'dormitorio'
- El dormitorio principal tiene un armario muy grande.
The main bedroom has a very big closet. - ¿Cuántos dormitorios tiene el apartamento?
How many bedrooms does the apartment have? - Los niños comparten un dormitorio con dos camas.
The kids share a bedroom with two beds. - Buscamos una casa con tres dormitorios porque la familia va a crecer el próximo año.
We are looking for a house with three bedrooms because the family is going to grow next year.
Common Phrases with 'dormitorio'
- dormitorio principal
master bedroom
How to Use 'dormitorio'
'Dormitorio' comes from 'dormir' (to sleep) and is the standard word in real-estate listings ('piso de dos dormitorios'). In casual speech many speakers simply say 'cuarto' or 'habitación'.
Regional note: Mexico uses 'recámara', Chile and Argentina often say 'pieza' or 'dormitorio', Spain says 'dormitorio' or 'habitación', and 'cuarto' is widely understood everywhere.
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Bedroom' in Spanish is 'dormitorio', pronounced dor-mee-TOH-ryoh.
It is spelled d-o-r-m-i-t-o-r-i-o.
'Dormitorio' is masculine: you say 'el dormitorio'.
The plural of 'dormitorio' is 'dormitorios'.
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