Chair in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'chair' is 'silla', pronounced SEE-yah (IPA: /ˈsiʝa/). It is an A1-level feminine noun (plural: sillas).
Pronunciation: SEE-yah
| Spanish | silla |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | SEE-yah · /ˈsiʝa/ |
| Part of speech | noun (feminine) |
| Plural | sillas |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'silla'
- Trae otra silla; viene un invitado más.
Bring another chair; one more guest is coming. - ¿Está ocupada esta silla?
Is this chair taken? - El gato siempre duerme en la silla de la cocina.
The cat always sleeps on the kitchen chair. - Compramos seis sillas nuevas para el comedor porque las viejas ya estaban rotas.
We bought six new chairs for the dining room because the old ones were already broken.
Common Phrases with 'silla'
- silla de ruedas
wheelchair - tomar asiento
to take a seat
How to Use 'silla'
'Silla' is a regular chair; an armchair is 'sillón' and a stool is 'taburete' or 'banco'. 'Silla de ruedas' (wheelchair) and 'silla de montar' (saddle) are common compounds.
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Chair' in Spanish is 'silla', pronounced SEE-yah.
It is spelled s-i-l-l-a.
'Silla' is feminine: you say 'la silla'.
The plural of 'silla' is 'sillas'.
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