noun

catre

cot

Es una cama sencilla y ligera, normalmente plegable, que se usa para dormir en lugares temporales o de poco espacio.

The Spanish word "catre" refers to a type of bed or cot.

Meaning:

  • Catre is a portable or simple bed, typically a folding or collapsible bed. It’s often used in informal settings, camps, hospitals, or emergency situations.
  • It usually has a frame made of wood or metal with a fabric or canvas stretched across it as the sleeping surface.

Parts of the word:

  • The word "catre" comes from Spanish but doesn't break down into smaller meaningful parts clearly; it’s a single noun.

Synonyms:

  • Camastro (rustic or simple bed)
  • Litera (if referring to a similar portable or simple bed, but more commonly to bunk beds)
  • Cama plegable (folding bed)
  • Cama portátil (portable bed)

Antonyms:

  • Cama (standard or permanent bed)
  • Sofá cama (sofa bed, more comfortable and versatile)
  • Colchón (mattress, though not exactly a synonym or antonym, it's related to sleeping furniture)

Context:

  • A catre is often used in contexts where mobility or space-saving is important, such as camping, military use, or emergencies.
  • It tends to be less comfortable than typical beds but functional for short-term use.

In summary, catre means a simple, portable bed or cot often used for camping or temporary sleeping arrangements.

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Examples

Por la noche, Ana puso una manta sobre el catre.noun

At night, Ana put a blanket over the cot.

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