Spanish Conversation · Level 26
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Spanish word
mesilla
Pronunciation
IPA/meˈsiʝa/
Meaning
- feminine nounbedside table
Example
En la mesilla hay una lámpara y un libro.
On the bedside table there is a lamp and a book.
More examples
El despertador de la mesilla sonó a las seis.
The alarm clock on the bedside table rang at six.
Core concept
Low side table next to a bed holding a glass of water.
Common phrases
mesilla de la cama
bedside table
poner en la mesilla
put on the bedside table
Similar words
mesita: Very small, movable table for small objects or decorative items in any room.
mesa de noche: Small bedside table for night-time use, holding a lamp, alarm, or a book.
mesa auxiliar: Compact auxiliary side table used as an extra surface for drinks, lamps, or temporary storage.
Definition in Spanish
Mesa pequeña situada junto a la cama que sirve para tener a mano objetos como una lámpara, un libro o un vaso de agua.
Word origin
A diminutive form of mesa 'table' (mesa derives from Latin mensa), the -illa ending marking a smaller table.
Usage tips
- A natural reply to ¿Dónde está la lámpara? is Está en la mesilla, so that short phrase frequently occurs in everyday speech.
Other meanings
- side tablenoun
Related words
- mesitasmall tablenoun