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10 Language-to-English Dictionariesalcova
Pronunciation / Transliteration: al-kova
"A alcova foi decorada com flores."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A recess or small room adjacent to or opening into a larger room.
"She arranged her books in the alcove by the window, creating a cozy reading nook." - 2
A small, secluded space or nook, often used for relaxation or privacy.
"The garden featured an alcove with a bench, perfect for quiet contemplation."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'alcove' originates from the Spanish 'alcoba', which itself comes from the Arabic 'al-qubba', meaning 'the dome'. The term evolved through the influence of various cultures, reflecting architectural styles that incorporate recessed spaces.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Alcove" is said worldwide
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alcôve
Transliteration: al-kov
"Elle a décoré l'alcôve avec des coussins colorés."
Nische
Transliteration: ni-she
"Die Nische im Wohnzimmer ist perfekt für Pflanzen."
alcova
Transliteration: al-kova
"Ha messo una sedia nell'alcova per leggere."
alcoba
Transliteration: al-ko-ba
"La alcoba tiene una vista hermosa del jardín."
alcova
Transliteration: al-kova
"A alcova foi decorada com flores."
कोना
Transliteration: kona
"उसने कोने में एक कुर्सी रखी।"
凹室
Transliteration: āo shì
"她在凹室里放了一张椅子。"
알코브
Transliteration: al-keobeu
"알코브에 책을 놓았다."
アルコーブ
Transliteration: arukōbu
"アルコーブに椅子を置きました。"
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