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"Roof" in Spanish: techo
el techo
A roof is el techo (TEH-choh). It is masculine. Techo also means ceiling inside a room.
How to pronounce techo: audio and sound guideRain storm
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How to pronounce techo
Say it
TEH-choh
/ˈte.tʃo/
Two syllables: TEH-choh. Soft ch as in church. Stress TEH.
"Roof" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| el techo | the roof / the ceiling Outside roof or indoor ceiling. | Outside roof or indoor ceiling. |
| el techo de la casa | the roof of the house Building exterior. | Building exterior. |
| goteras en el techo | leaks in the roof Repair talk. | Repair talk. |
| la azotea | the rooftop terrace Flat roof you can walk on. | Flat roof you can walk on. |
How to use techo in real life
- 1Rain storm
Hay una gotera en el techo.
There's a leak in the roof.
Problem with techo.
- 2House tour
El techo es de teja roja.
The roof is red tile.
Material of techo.
- 3Indoor paint
Pintamos el techo de blanco.
We're painting the ceiling white.
Indoor techo.
Mistakes English speakers make with techo
Incorrect: La techo está mojado.
Correct: El techo está mojado.
Techo is masculine. Say el techo.
Incorrect: Mira el roof.
Correct: Mira el techo.
Use techo, not English roof.
Good to know
Good to knowTecho covers both roof and ceiling. A walkable flat top is often la azotea, not only techo. After heavy rain, people check el techo for leaks.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Checking a house after rain
ChatPal
¿Viste el techo del pasillo?
Did you see the hall ceiling?
You
Sí. El techo tiene una mancha.
Yes. The ceiling has a stain.
ChatPal
Llamo al plomero.
I'll call the plumber.
You
Buena idea.
Good idea.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Roof" in Spanish
Is techo masculine or feminine?
Masculine: el techo, un techo alto.
Roof vs rooftop terrace?
Techo is roof/ceiling; azotea is a walkable rooftop.
How do you pronounce techo?
TEH-choh. Soft ch.
Does techo mean ceiling too?
Yes. Indoor ceilings are also techo.
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