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contraventana

English translation of contraventana

counterpart

The English explanation of the word 'contraventana' is incorrect. In Spanish, 'contraventana' is not translated to 'counterpart'. The correct translation would be 'storm window' or 'shutter', and it refers to a second window installed on the outside or inside of a main window, used for insulation and protection against bad weather.


Example sentences using: contraventana

La contraventana protege la ventana del viento.

English translation of La contraventana protege la ventana del viento.

The shutter protects the window from the wind.

This phrase highlights the role of a shutter in providing protection to windows against strong winds.

Estoy pintando la contraventana de color azul.

English translation of Estoy pintando la contraventana de color azul.

I am painting the shutter blue.

This sentence expresses the action of painting a shutter, emphasizing its aesthetic aspect by mentioning the color.

Se cerró la contraventana porque hacía mucho frío.

English translation of Se cerró la contraventana porque hacía mucho frío.

The shutter was closed because it was very cold.

This example illustrates a scenario where a shutter is used to block cold weather, indicating its functional purpose.

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