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sala

American  
[sah-luh] / ˈsɑ lə /

noun

  1. a large hall, living room, or reception room.


Etymology

Origin of sala

First recorded in 1605–15; from Spanish: “living room, hall,” either from Old Provençal, from Germanic or directly from Germanic; see salon

Example Sentences

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Es la única persona en una sala llena de cubículos.

From New York Times • Apr. 4, 2023

Cuando el presentador pronunció el nombre de la Roma, la sala estalló en fuertes vítores, con pompones rojos agitándose en el aire.

From New York Times • Nov. 5, 2022

EmpowerK12’s analysis of D.C.sean sala scores showed fewer students from kindergarten to second grade reading at the appropriate level.

From Washington Times • Nov. 17, 2021

Las mejores competidoras tratan de protegerse fortaleciendo los hombros, los brazos y los músculos del núcleo en la sala de pesas.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 29, 2021

Back in the big sala the twins faced their guest.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck