Edificio: building
Pronunciation: eh-dee-FEE-syoh (stress the capital letters)
Edificio means “building” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: building
- How to say it: eh-dee-FEE-syoh
- Gender: el edificio
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “edificio” means and how to use it
Edificio means “building,” especially a large one for offices or apartments.
Gender and plural
- Gender: el edificio (masculine)
- Plural: los edificios
Examples with audio
- Vivo en un edificio nuevo.I live in a new building.
- El edificio tiene diez pisos.The building has ten floors.
- Mi oficina está en ese edificio.My office is in that building.
Usage tip
Edificio (building) comes from the verb “edificar.” For a house, say “casa,” and for an apartment, say “apartamento,” “departamento,” or “piso.”
Spanish around the world
- Apartment: “departamento” (Mexico, Argentina, Chile), “apartamento” (Colombia, Venezuela, Central America), “piso” (Spain).
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “building” in Spanish?
“building” in Spanish is “edificio.” It is pronounced eh-dee-FEE-syoh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “edificio”?
Say eh-dee-FEE-syoh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “edificio” masculine or feminine?
Edificio is masculine: “el edificio.” The plural is “edificios.”
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