mecedora - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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mecedora (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

mecedora is a noun.

Phonetic Transcription

/meseˈðeɾa/

Translation Options into English

Meaning and Usage

Mecedora refers to a type of chair that is designed to rock back and forth, typically mounted on curved rockers. It is commonly used for relaxation, often in settings like living rooms, nurseries, or on porches. The frequency of use for "mecedora" is moderate; it is more prevalent in oral speech but is also used in written contexts such as furniture descriptions and advertisements.

Example Sentences

  1. Me gusta sentarme en la mecedora y leer un libro por la tarde.
    I like to sit in the rocking chair and read a book in the afternoon.

  2. La mecedora de la abuela siempre ha estado en la misma esquina del salón.
    Grandma's rocking chair has always been in the same corner of the living room.

  3. Compré una mecedora nueva para el cuarto del bebé.
    I bought a new rocking chair for the baby’s room.

Idiomatic Expressions

The word "mecedora" is not commonly used in specific idiomatic expressions. However, it can be incorporated into various phrases that relate to comfort, relaxation, or familial settings.

Example Sentences with Idiomatic Context

  1. En la mecedora, las preocupaciones se desvanecen.
    In the rocking chair, worries fade away.

  2. La mecedora se convirtió en el lugar donde nuestra familia compartía historias.
    The rocking chair became the place where our family shared stories.

  3. Después de un largo día, lo mejor es relajarse en la mecedora.
    After a long day, the best thing is to relax in the rocking chair.

Etymology

The term "mecedora" comes from the Spanish verb "mecer," which means "to rock" or "to sway." The suffix "-dora" indicates that it is something that performs the action of the verb, thus translating to "rocking chair."

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Sillón mecedor - Silla mecedora

Antonyms: - Silla estática - Silla fija

This structure provides a comprehensive overview of the word "mecedora," covering its various aspects including meaning, usage, idiomatic expressions, and related linguistic information.



23-07-2024