Translation of Spanish word "silla" to English
silla
/ˈsi.ʝa/
Meaning
NounAn item of furniture used to sit on or in, comprising a seat, legs or wheels, back, and sometimes arm rests, for use by one person.
How to use
Silla ('chair') is feminine. Silla de ruedas — Wheelchair.
🇬🇧 English
chair
Example
Siéntate en la silla.
Sit on the chair.
La silla es muy cómoda.
The chair is very comfortable.
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Common phrases
- silla de ruedas— wheelchair
- silla de oficina— office chair
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The Spanish word "silla" means "chair" in English.
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