balneario
spa
The Spanish word 'balneario' refers to a spa in English. A 'balneario' is a place where people go to relax and take care of their health by participating in activities such as soaking in mineral or thermal springs, doing physical exercise, or receiving therapeutic massages and treatments. These places often provide accommodation and are usually located in natural environments that contribute to the sense of relaxation and health. Aside from its connection to health, this word embodies a strong component of leisure and relaxation.
Example sentences using: balneario
Vamos a visitar un balneario este fin de semana.
We are going to visit a spa this weekend.
In this sentence, the speaker is planning to visit a spa (balneario) over the weekend. In Spanish, the phrase 'este fin de semana' is used to indicate a specific point in the immediate future, much like 'this weekend' in English.
El balneario de la ciudad es muy popular durante el verano.
The city's spa is very popular during the summer.
Here, the speaker is describing that the city's spa (balneario de la ciudad) is particularly frequented during the summer season. 'Durante el verano' in Spanish means 'during the summer' in English.
Reservé una semana en un balneario para relajarme.
I booked a week in a spa to relax.
In this example, the speaker has made arrangements to spend a week in a spa (un balneario) for the purpose of relaxation. 'Para relajarme' expresses the person's intent to relax.