ventana

window

noun behn-TAH-nah Less Common

Origin: From Latin ventus ('wind') — a window was originally an opening for air.

Usage Note

Ventana is the standard word for a window in a building. In computing, ventana is also used for a window on a screen — though pantalla refers to the screen itself. Ventanilla (diminutive) means a small window, a ticket window at a station, or a car window.

Examples

"Abrí la ventana para que entrara el aire fresco."

Natural Translation

I opened the window to let fresh air in.

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