Spanish word

persiana

Pronunciation

IPA/peɾˈsjana/

Meaning

  • feminine nounblind

Example

¿Cómo subo la persiana?

How do I raise the blind?

Illustration for persiana (blind)

More examples

No puedo bajar la persiana porque está atascada.

I can't lower the blind because it's stuck.

Core concept

Window covering of slats or a roll that darkens a room and preserves privacy.

Common phrases

  • subir la persiana

    raise the blind

  • bajar la persiana

    lower the blind

  • cerrar la persiana

    close the blind

Similar words

cortina: Fabric panel hung at a window that drapes to soften light and decorate the room.
estor: Roll-up fabric or vinyl window shade that lifts and lowers in a single sheet to control light.

Definition in Spanish

Cubierta móvil que se instala en una ventana y que, mediante lamas o un enrollado, permite oscurecer o dejar pasar la luz y preservar la intimidad.

Word origin

The Spanish word derives from French persienne meaning Persian (style), named after Persia because this kind of covering was associated with Persian examples.

Usage tips

  • Speakers commonly use the verbs subir and bajar with persiana, while cortina denotes a fabric curtain.

Other meanings

  • shutternoun

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