Cupola: meaning, definitions and examples

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cupola

 

[ หˆkjuหpษ™lษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

architecture

A cupola is a small, dome-like structure situated on top of a larger roof or dome. It is often used to provide light and ventilation to the building below.

Synonyms

dome, lantern, skylight

Examples of usage

  • The cupola on the cathedral allows natural light to filter into the sanctuary.
  • The historic mansion features an elegant cupola that adds to its charm.
Context #2 | Noun

art

In art, a cupola refers to a rounded vault forming the roof of a building or a room, often decorated with frescoes or paintings.

Synonyms

dome, domed ceiling, vaulted roof

Examples of usage

  • The artist painted a beautiful mural on the cupola of the church.
  • The cupola in the museum showcases intricate artwork from the Renaissance period.

Translations

Translations of the word "cupola" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cรบpula

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅเค‚เคฌเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kuppel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kubah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบัƒะฟะพะป

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kopuล‚a

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‰ใƒผใƒ  (dลmu)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท coupole

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cรบpula

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kubbe

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋” (dom)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุจุฉ (qubba)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kopule

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kupola

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฉน้กถ (qiรณng dวng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kupola

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kรบpa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบาฏะผะฑะตะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒฃแƒ›แƒ‘แƒแƒ—แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gรผnbษ™z

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cรบpula

Etymology

The word 'cupola' has its origins in Italian, from the Latin 'cupula' meaning 'small cup'. It has been used in architecture and art for centuries, dating back to ancient Roman and Renaissance periods. Cupolas were originally designed for practical purposes such as light and ventilation but have evolved to become decorative elements in architectural design.

See also: cup, cupboard, cupcake.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,547, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.