How Do You Say Kitchen Cabinets in Spanish

The most common and precise translation for "kitchen cabinets" in Spanish is:
"Gabinetes de cocina" or "Muebles de cocina".

Breakdown:

1. Gabinetes de cocina

• Gabinetes = Cabinets (refers specifically to built-in storage units).
• Cocina = Kitchen.
• Usage: Standard term across Mexico, Spain, and much of Latin America.

2. Muebles de cocina

• Muebles = Furniture/fixtures (broader term including freestanding pieces).
• Cocina = Kitchen.
• Usage: Also widely understood, but implies all kitchen furniture.

Regional Variations:

• Alacenas (common in Spain and parts of Latin America):
  Specifically refers to upper wall cabinets or pantry storage.
  Example: "Quiero alacenas blancas" = "I want white upper cabinets."
• Armarios de cocina (Spain/Colombia):
  Armarios = Wardrobes/closets (used interchangeably with muebles).
• Reposteros (Central America/Andean regions):
  Refers to cabinets used for storing dishes/utensils.

Example Sentences:

• "Necesito instalar nuevos gabinetes de cocina."
  (I need to install new kitchen cabinets.)
• "Los muebles de cocina son de madera maciza."
  (The kitchen cabinets are solid wood.)
• "Las alacenas llegan hasta el techo."
  (The upper cabinets go all the way to the ceiling.)

Pro Tip:

Use "gabinetes de cocina" for clarity in most Spanish-speaking regions. If discussing modular/stock cabinets, say:
"gabinetes prefabricados" (prefabricated cabinets) or "gabinetes estándar" (standard cabinets).

ℹ️ For contractors or suppliers, specify type:

• Gabinetes superiores (upper cabinets)
• Gabinetes inferiores (base cabinets)
• Isla de cocina con gabinetes (cabinet island).