Spanish Conversation · Level 125
59 words
Spanish word
cubrecama
Pronunciation
IPA/kuβɾeˈkama/
Meaning
- masculine nounbedspread
Example
Pon el cubrecama sobre la cama.
Put the bedspread on the bed.
More examples
El cubrecama protege el colchón del polvo.
The bedspread protects the mattress from dust.
Core concept
Protective bed cover that improves the bedroom appearance.
Common phrases
poner el cubrecama
put the bedspread on
lavar el cubrecama
wash the bedspread
cambiar el cubrecama
change the bedspread
Similar words
colcha: Thin flat decorative cloth spread over a bed to add pattern, color, or texture to the surface.
sobrecama: Light cover that drapes over the entire bed surface to tidy and unify the bed's appearance.
edredón: Thick, filled bed covering that traps heat and keeps a sleeper warm.
funda: Removable fabric sleeve for a pillow that shields it from dirt and stains.
Definition in Spanish
Tela o pieza decorativa que se coloca encima de la cama para proteger la ropa de cama y mejorar su aspecto.
Word origin
Formed from cubrir and cama, with cubrir from Latin cooperire meaning "to cover", so cubrecama literally names a cover for the bed.
Usage tips
- Cubrecama denotes the decorative top layer, while sábana means sheet and manta means blanket, so these words are not interchangeable.