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Spanish to English translations [PRO] Tourism & Travel
Spanish term or phrase:bien nobles
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La Hospedería Parque de Monfragüe está situada en el centro del triángulo formado por las ciudades históricas de Cáceres, Plasencia y Trujillo. En medio de la dehesa Extremeña y a la puerta del Parque Nacional de Monfragüe.
El edificio fue construido en 1999 y se realizaron obras de mejora en 2006. Los materiales utilizados fueron "bien nobles**: madera, pizarra y hormigón; los elementos clásicos que le dan al edificio una apariencia tradicional y muy propia del campo español.
Because of the urgency of the text, I went with the literal translation of 'noble' as it was my only option. I think they just mean that they used materials that didn´t make the place look like a blot on the landscape, that they blended in with the surroundings and the style of other buildings to be found in the Spanish countryside.
such as wood, concrete, etc. -- I wonder if there's a reference to tradition implied in the use of the word "noble" ? And then, would you call the material itself noble? (I think what's noble is their resistance to time) -- time resistent materials ... just a thought, though I see you're in a hurry!
noble gets used a lot. I shouldn´t have said "expensive" as in this case it wouldn´t apply. I reckon you might get away with "traditional". But really, "noble" is perfectly good standard English term for this context too.
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most noble/ very noble
Explanation: That should do it Lisa. :)
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ALSO:
"high quality"
"top quality"
even "expensive"
But really it should be "noble" in English too, I believe.
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In this context, "noble".
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OK, and on seeing your note... What about "traditional"?
Kate Major Spain Local time: 21:08 Specializes in field Native speaker of: English PRO pts in category: 44
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Asker: Yeah, you´re probably right - was just trying to avoid using 'noble'. Not keen on the word for some strange reason :-)
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"Added for accent or used wall to wall, noble – or natural – materials, such as wood, stone, plants and water, bring a richness and elegance to decor like no other. Combined cleverly, they will add a special touch to any room in the house."
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Mónica Sauza Local time: 14:08 Specializes in field Native speaker of: Spanish PRO pts in category: 8
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