double-hung window
[ˈdʌbəl hʌŋ ˈwɪndoʊ]
nounpl: double-hung windows
janela de correr
1. A window with two vertically sliding sashes that can move up and down independently, allowing for opening at both the top and bottom
The double-hung window in the bedroom can be opened from both the top and bottom for better air circulation.
A janela de correr no quarto pode ser aberta pela parte superior e inferior para melhor circulação de ar.
2. A traditional window style commonly found in colonial and Victorian architecture
The historic house features authentic double-hung windows with original glass panes.
A casa histórica possui janelas de correr autênticas com painéis de vidro originais.
Double-hung windows are iconic in American architecture, particularly in Northeast colonial homes and Victorian-era buildings. In Brazil, janelas de correr are practical for climate control in apartments and modern homes. The style represents traditional craftsmanship in the US but is often replaced with modern aluminum or PVC alternatives in contemporary construction.
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