Spanish Conversation · Level 156
30 words
Spanish word
giratorio
Pronunciation
IPA/xiɾaˈtoɾjo/
Meaning
- adjectiverevolving
Example
En la entrada hay una puerta giratoria.
There is a revolving door at the entrance.
More examples
En la oficina hay una silla giratoria cómoda.
In the office there is a comfortable swivel chair.
Core concept
A swivel chair seat turning on a central pivot.
Common phrases
puerta giratoria
revolving door
mesa giratoria
rotating table
silla giratoria
swivel chair
Similar words
rotatorio: Involves rotary motion or a rotating mechanism.
rotativo: Operates by continuous rotation, keeping parts turning during use.
Definition in Spanish
Que, en objetos o piezas, presenta capacidad de girar o produce giro alrededor de un punto.
Word origin
It derives from the verb girar 'to turn' and the adjectival suffix -orio (from Latin -orius), creating an adjective for parts or devices that rotate.
Usage tips
- Unlike English, Spanish normally places giratorio after the noun, so the natural phrase order in descriptions is noun + giratorio.