ESL Vocabulary for Rooms
Rooms
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Example Sentences
balcony
an outdoor platform with a railing, often attached to an upper floor of a building, providing space for relaxation or outdoor activities
Easy Examples
- A balcony is like a tiny outdoor room attached to a building where you can sit and look outside.
- You might put a chair or some plants on a balcony to make it nice.
- Balconies are good spots for fresh air and views.
Harder Examples
- They enjoyed breakfast on the balcony while admiring the city view.
- She placed potted plants on the balcony to create a small garden.
- The balcony was the perfect spot for stargazing on clear nights.
basement
the lowest floor of a building, often partially or entirely below ground level, typically used for storage, utilities, or additional living space
Easy Examples
- A basement is a room under a house where you might store things or play.
- Some basements have toys and games, while others have tools and boxes.
- Basements can be cool and quiet.
Harder Examples
- The basement served as a home theater and game room.
- He stored boxes of old books and memorabilia in the basement.
- They renovated the basement into a cozy guest suite.
bathroom
a room in a house or building designed for personal hygiene activities, such as bathing, toileting, and washing
Easy Examples
- A bathroom is a small room where you wash your hands, take baths, and use the toilet.
- Bathrooms have a sink, a toilet, and a bathtub or shower.
- Bathrooms are where you get clean.
Harder Examples
- She took a relaxing bubble bath in the spacious bathroom.
- He forgot to replace the towel rack in the bathroom after painting.
- They installed a new mirror and vanity in the bathroom.
bedroom
a private room in a house or apartment used primarily for sleeping and often containing a bed, furniture, and personal items
Easy Examples
- A bedroom is where you sleep and keep your clothes and toys.
- Bedrooms have a bed, a closet, and maybe some books or stuffed animals.
- Bedrooms are where you rest and dream.
Harder Examples
- Her bedroom was decorated in soothing shades of blue and white.
- He read a bedtime story to his children in their cozy bedroom.
- They rearranged the furniture to create a more spacious bedroom.
conservatory
a room with large windows or glass walls, designed to allow sunlight in, often used for cultivating plants or as a sunroom
Easy Examples
- A conservatory is a sunny room in a house with lots of windows where you can grow plants or sit and relax.
- Some people make their conservatories like a beautiful garden.
- Conservatories are like indoor sunshine.
Harder Examples
- She spent her afternoons in the conservatory, tending to her orchids.
- He enjoyed his morning coffee in the warm conservatory while watching birds.
- The conservatory was filled with lush greenery and colorful flowers.
dining room
a room in a house or apartment designated for eating meals, typically furnished with a dining table and chairs
Easy Examples
- A dining room is a special place in a house where you eat together with family and friends.
- Dining rooms have a table and chairs for sharing meals.
- Dining rooms are for delicious food and fun conversations.
Harder Examples
- They hosted a festive Thanksgiving dinner in the elegant dining room.
- She set the table with fine china and crystal glasses in the dining room.
- The dining room was adorned with a beautiful chandelier.
garage
a building or enclosed space used for parking vehicles, storing tools, or performing maintenance on vehicles
Easy Examples
- A garage is like a big storage room for cars and tools.
- Sometimes people use garages to fix things or make crafts.
- Garages keep cars safe and dry.
Harder Examples
- He parked his car in the garage to protect it from the weather.
- She organized the garage to create more space for storage.
- They converted part of the garage into a home gym.
garden
an outdoor area, typically near a house, where plants, flowers, and sometimes vegetables are grown and cultivated
Easy Examples
- A garden is an outdoor place where you can grow pretty flowers and plants.
- Gardens can be big or small and are full of colors and smells.
- Gardens are for enjoying nature.
Harder Examples
- They spent weekends working in the garden, planting vegetables and flowers.
- She enjoyed the serenity of the Japanese garden in her backyard.
- The garden was teeming with butterflies and hummingbirds.
hallway
a narrow corridor or passage in a building, often connecting different rooms or providing access to various areas
Easy Examples
- A hallway is like a narrow path inside a house that connects rooms together.
- Hallways have walls and maybe some pictures on them.
- Hallways help you get around the house.
Harder Examples
- The hallway was lined with family photographs in decorative frames.
- He installed motion-sensor lights in the dark hallway for safety at night.
- They hung a large mirror in the hallway to create a sense of space.
kitchen
a room used for cooking and food preparation, typically equipped with appliances, counters, and storage
Easy Examples
- A kitchen is where you cook food, wash dishes, and keep all your kitchen stuff.
- Kitchens have stoves, sinks, and lots of pots and pans.
- Kitchens are where yummy meals are made.
Harder Examples
- She cooked a delicious meal in the modern, well-equipped kitchen.
- He remodeled the kitchen to include a spacious island for seating.
- They gathered in the kitchen to bake cookies together.
living room
a central and often spacious room in a house, used for relaxing, socializing, and entertaining guests
Easy Examples
- A living room is a cozy place where you sit, watch TV, and spend time with family.
- Living rooms have sofas, chairs, and a table for snacks.
- Living rooms are where you relax and have fun.
Harder Examples
- Their living room featured comfortable sofas and a fireplace.
- She hosted a movie night in the cozy living room with friends.
- The living room was adorned with artwork and a large area rug.
nursery
a room in a home dedicated to caring for infants or young children, often furnished with a crib, changing table, and baby essentials
Easy Examples
- A nursery is a special room for babies and young kids to sleep and play.
- Nurseries have baby beds, toys, and colorful things on the walls.
- Nurseries are where little ones have fun.
Harder Examples
- They painted the nursery in soft pastel colors for their newborn.
- She organized the baby's clothes and toys in the nursery closet.
- The nursery was filled with stuffed animals and storybooks.
study
a room designed for reading, studying, or working, often furnished with a desk, bookshelves, and a comfortable chair
Easy Examples
- A study is a quiet room where you read, work, or learn things.
- Studies have books, a desk, and a comfy chair for reading.
- Studies are for being smart and focused.
Harder Examples
- He spent hours in the study, immersed in research and writing.
- She organized her books and reference materials in the study.
- The study had a tranquil ambiance, perfect for concentration.
attic
the space or room beneath the roof of a house, often used for storage or as an extra living area
Easy Examples
- An attic is a space at the top of a house where you might keep old things or make it into another room.
- Some attics are like bedrooms, playrooms, or offices.
- Attics can be a surprise treasure.
Harder Examples
- They discovered old family heirlooms in the dusty attic.
- She converted the attic into a charming guest bedroom.
- The attic had a window that provided a view of the neighborhood.
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