calefacción
heating
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/kalefakˈθjon/
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Cultural Note
Heating is a significant concern in Spanish homes, especially in central and northern Spain where winters can be harsh. Many older buildings have calefacción central (central heating) controlled by the community, which means you can't always adjust it yourself. Couples often disagree about thermostat settings — a universal domestic dynamic. Spanish homes historically were built for hot summers, not cold winters.
📝 Example Sentences
Pon la calefacción, que hace mucho frío.
Turn on the heating, it's very cold.
La calefacción central se incluye en los gastos de comunidad.
Central heating is included in the community fees.