cómoda

Cómoda is a piece of furniture used primarily in bedrooms to store clothes. It is a chest of drawers, usually a cabinet with multiple drawers stacked one above another. The top surface is often used for lighting, photos, or small personal items. In Spanish, the term refers specifically to this type of storage unit, though cómoda also appears as an adjective meaning comfortable (feminine form).

Design and construction vary by era and region, but commonly a cómoda features three to six drawers and comes in low, wide configurations or taller, narrower forms. Some models include an integrated mirror, turning the unit into a toca dor or dressing piece. Materials range from solid woods such as oak, walnut, or mahogany to engineered woods with veneers; finishes include varnish, stain, or paint. Hardware typically consists of handles or pulls, and drawer slides or guides provide smooth operation.

Terminology and use: In Spanish, cómoda is the standard term for this furniture item, with cajonera serving as a regional synonym in some countries. The word also functions as an adjective meaning comfortable (feminine cómoda). Etymologically, the term derives from the French commode, which influenced many European furniture names and concepts.

See also: dresser, chest of drawers, commode.