janela vs janela basculante
Portuguese word comparison
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| janela | janela basculante |
|---|---|
/ja-NE-la/ noun | /zha-NEH-lah bahs-koo-LAHN-chee/ noun |
| window; an opening in a wall or structure that lets in light, air, and a view outside | a tilt window that opens by pivoting or leaning inward/outward |
How they differ
Janela is the general word for any window, while janela basculante refers to a specific type that tilts or pivots instead of opening like a standard casement or sliding window. It is a subtype, not a fully interchangeable synonym in all contexts.
When to use each
When to use janela: Use janela when you simply mean any window without specifying the mechanism.
When to use janela basculante: Use janela basculante when the opening style matters, such as in construction or home descriptions.
Side-by-side examples
- A janela da sala dá para o jardim.
(The living room window faces the garden.) - A janela basculante facilita a ventilação do banheiro.
(The tilt window makes the bathroom easier to ventilate.)
Register & nuance: Janela is general and neutral; janela basculante is more technical and common in building or installation contexts.