Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
despensa
noun
/dɛsˈpɛnsə/
Definition
A small room or space where food and other goods are stored.
Examples
- The despensa is stocked with pasta, canned goods, and spices.
- Before the dinner party, she checked the despensa to ensure they had enough snacks.
- In many homes, the despensa is a crucial space for organizing food supplies.
Meaning
In English, ‘despensa’ translates to ‘pantry’ or ‘storage room’, referring to a place for storing provisions.
Synonyms
- pantry
- storeroom
- provisions room
- larder