فهرست
Hall
Title: Hall
Pronunciation: /hɔːl/
Part of Speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Irregular forms include halls instead of hall (plural form).
Formal or Informal: Formal
Countable or Uncountable: Countable
Synonym: Corridor, passageway
Opposite: Exterior, outdoor
A passageway or room for entering or accessing a building or connecting rooms
The grand hall was adorned with beautiful art pieces
Level
Title: Level
Pronunciation: /ˈlɛvəl/
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Irregular form includes levels instead of level (plural form).
Formal or Informal: Formal
Countable or Uncountable: Countable and Uncountable
Synonym:
Noun: Position, stage
Verb: Flatten, smooth
Opposite:
Noun: Tier, degree
Verb: Tilt, unbalance
Noun: A position on a scale of intensity or amount
Noun: The water was at a dangerously high level
Verb: To make something horizontally flat or even
Verb: She carefully leveled the table to ensure it was even
Stair
Title: Stair
Pronunciation: /steə(r)/
Part of Speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Irregular plural form: stairs
Formal or Informal: Formal
Countable or Uncountable: Countable
Synonym: Steps, staircase
Opposite: Ground floor, elevator
A series of steps for ascending or descending to different levels
She carefully descended the wooden stairs
Entrance
Title: Entrance
Pronunciation: /ˈɛntrəns/
Part of Speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Irregular plural form: entrances
Formal or Informal: Formal
Countable or Uncountable: Countable
Synonym: Access, doorway
Opposite: Exit, egress
A way in or the act of entering
The grand entrance to the palace was breathtaking
Gate
Title: Gate
Pronunciation: /ɡeɪt/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Gate” does not have irregular spelling or forms
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Synonym: Barrier, entrance, portal
Opposite: Opening, entrance
A hinged barrier used to close an opening in a wall, fence, or hedge
The gate to the garden swung open
Fence
Title: Fence
Pronunciation: /fɛns/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Fence” does not have irregular spelling or forms
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one fence, two fences)
Transitive or intransitive: Generally transitive (e.g., “He fenced the garden.”) but can also be used in an intransitive sense (e.g., “The property fenced off.”)
Synonym: Barrier, enclosure, divider
Opposite: Opening, entrance
A structure serving as an enclosure, a barrier, or a boundary, usually made of posts
The farmer built a fence around the pasture for the horses
Utility
Title: Utility
Pronunciation: /juːˈtɪlɪti/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Utility” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable when referring to specific utilities (e.g., “water utility,” “electric utility”), uncountable when referring to the concept in general (e.g., “The utility of the services.”)
Transitive or intransitive: Generally intransitive.
Synonym: Service, amenity, facility
Opposite: Uselessness, inconvenience
A service (such as electric power, water, or public transportation) provided by a public utility
The apartment includes utilities such as water and electricity
Heating
Title: Heating
Pronunciation: /ˈhiːtɪŋ/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Heating” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Uncountable (e.g., “We need heating in the house.”)
Transitive or intransitive: Generally intransitive
Synonym: Warming, heating system
Opposite: Cooling, refrigeration
The process of making a room or building warm by the use of heating systems
We need to check the heating before winter arrives
Mailbox
Title: Mailbox
Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪlbɒks/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Mailbox” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one mailbox, two mailboxes)
Synonym: Letterbox, postbox
A box into which mail is put for collection by the postal service
I found a package in my mailbox this morning
Landlord
Title: Landlord
Pronunciation: /ˈlændlɔːrd/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Landlord” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one landlord, two landlords)
Synonym: Lessor, property owner
Opposite: Tenant, renter
A person who owns and leases land, buildings, or dwelling units
The landlord is responsible for maintaining the property
Tenant
Title: Tenant
Pronunciation: /ˈtɛnənt/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Tenant” does not have irregular spelling or forms
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one tenant, two tenants)
Synonym: Renter, lodger
Opposite: Landlord, property owner
A person who occupies land or property rented from a landlord
The new tenant moved in last week
Rent
Title: Rent
Pronunciation: /rɛnt/
Part of speech: Noun/Verb
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Rent” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one rent, two rents) as a noun; uncountable when used as a verb (e.g., “We need to rent a new office space.”)
Transitive or intransitive transitive verb, but it can also be intransitive when used in certain contexts (e.g., “The property rents for $2,000 per month.”)
Stress marks: rɛnt
Synonym: Lease, hire
Opposite: Ownership, purchase
(Noun) A fixed regular payment made by a tenant to a landlord for the use of property
They pay $1,000 a month in rent for their apartment
Cozy
Title: Cozy
Pronunciation: /ˈkoʊzi/
Part of speech: Adjective
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: The alternative spelling “cosy” is also correct.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Uncountable (e.g., “The room has a cozy feel.”)
Synonym: Comfortable, snug, homely
Opposite: Uncomfortable, unpleasant
Giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation; snug and comfortable
Their living room was decorated in a cozy, rustic style
Neighborhood
Title: Neighborhood
Pronunciation: /ˈneɪbərˌhʊd/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Neighborhood” does not have irregular spelling or forms
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one neighborhood, two neighborhoods)
Synonym: Community, district, locality
Opposite: Isolation, disconnection
A district or community within a town or city; the people living near one another
The neighborhood is known for its friendly atmosphere
Move in
Title: Move in
Pronunciation: /muːv ɪn/
Part of speech: Verb phrase
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Move in” does not have irregular spelling or forms
Formal or informal: Both
Transitive or intransitive: intransitive
Synonym: Settle in, take up residence
Opposite: Move out, vacate
To begin occupying a new residence or place of work
We’re excited to move in to our new house next week
Move out
Title: Move out
Pronunciation: /muːv aʊt/
Part of speech: Verb phrase
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Move out” does not have irregular spelling or forms
Formal or informal: Both
Transitive or intransitive: Generally intransitive.
Synonym: Vacate, depart
Opposite: Move in, settle in
To leave a place that one has been occupying
They will move out of their apartment at the end of the month
Alarm clock
Title: Alarm clock
Pronunciation: /əˈlɑːrm klɒk/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Alarm clock” does not have irregular spelling or forms
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one alarm clock, two alarm clocks)
Synonym: Wake-up call, timer
A clock with a device that can be made to sound at the time set in advance, used to wake someone up
She was jolted awake by the sound of her alarm clock
Equipment
Title: Equipment
Pronunciation: /ɪˈkwɪpmənt/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Equipment” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Generally uncountable (e.g., “The equipment is stored in the garage.”)
Synonym: Gear, tools, apparatus
The necessary items for a particular purpose or activity
He made sure that all the camping equipment was packed
Device
Title: Device
Pronunciation: /dɪˈvaɪs/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Device” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one device, two devices)
Synonym: Appliance, gadget, tool
A thing made or adapted for a particular purpose, especially a piece of mechanical
The security device was installed at the entrance
Camera
Title: Camera
Pronunciation: /ˈkæmərə/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Camera” does not have irregular spelling or forms
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one camera, two cameras)
Synonym: Photographic device, recorder
A device for recording visual images in the form of photographs, movie film, or video signals
She took a picture with her digital camera
Speaker
Title: Speaker
Pronunciation: /ˈspiːkər/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Speaker” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one speaker, two speakers)
Synonym: Loudspeaker, sound system
Opposite: Listener, silence
A device that converts electrical signals into sound, typically as part of a music or sound system
The conference room was equipped with a high-quality speaker system
Washing machine
Title: Washing machine
Pronunciation: /ˈwɒʃɪŋ məˈʃiːn/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Washing machine” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one washing machine, two washing machines)
Synonym: Washer, laundry machine
A machine designed for washing clothing and other textiles automatically
She put the dirty clothes in the washing machine
Oven
Title: Oven
Pronunciation: /ˈʌvən/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Oven” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one oven, two ovens)
Synonym: Stove, cooker
Opposite: Refrigerator, freezer
A thermally insulated chamber used for cooking or heating
She baked a delicious cake in the oven
Toaster
Title: Toaster
Pronunciation: /ˈtoʊstər/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Toaster” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one toaster, two toasters)
Synonym: Toasting machine
An appliance used for toasting bread
He popped the bread into the toaster
Air conditioner
Title: Air conditioner
Pronunciation: /ˈɛər kənˈdɪʃənər/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Air conditioner” does not have irregular spelling or forms
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one air conditioner, two air conditioners)
Synonym: AC, cooling system
Opposite: Heater
A system or appliance used to cool, dehumidify, heat, or ventilate a room or building
The air conditioner broke down during the heatwave
Heater
Title: Heater
Pronunciation: /ˈhiːtər/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Heater” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one heater, two heaters)
Synonym: Warmer, heating device
Opposite: Air conditioner
An appliance or device for heating a room or building
They turned on the heater to warm up the room
Radio
Title: Radio
Pronunciation: /ˈreɪdiəʊ/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Radio” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one radio, two radios)
Synonym: Transistor, receiver
A device for receiving broadcast sound or television programs
She turned on the radio to listen to the news
Telephone
Title: Telephone
Pronunciation: /ˈtɛlɪfəʊn/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Telephone” does not have irregular spelling or forms
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one telephone, two telephones)
Synonym: Phone, landline
A system that converts acoustic vibrations to electrical signals
He answered the telephone when it rang
Hair dryer
Title: Hair dryer
Pronunciation: /ˈhɛər ˈdraɪə/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Hair dryer” does not have irregular spelling or forms
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one hair dryer, two hair dryers)
Synonym: Blow dryer, hair drier
An electrical device used for drying and styling hair by blowing heated air over it
She used a hair dryer to quickly dry her hair
Fan
Title: Fan
Pronunciation: /fæn/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Fan” does not have irregular spelling or forms
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one fan, two fans)
Synonym: Ventilator, blower
Opposite: Heater
An electrical appliance with blades that rotate to create a current of air
She turned on the fan to cool down the room
Vacuum cleaner
Title: Vacuum cleaner
Pronunciation: /ˈvækjuːm ˈkliːnə/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Vacuum cleaner” does not have irregular spelling or forms
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one vacuum cleaner, two vacuum cleaners)
Synonym: Hoover, sweeper
A machine that uses suction to remove dirt and debris from floors, upholstery, and other surfaces
She ran the vacuum cleaner to tidy up the living room
Iron
Title: Iron
Pronunciation: /ˈaɪərn/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Iron” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one iron, two irons)
Synonym: Clothes press, flatiron
Opposite: Wrinkle, crease
A device with a flat metal base that is heated and used to press clothes to remove creases
She plugged in the iron to press her shirt
Remote control
Title: Remote control
Pronunciation: /rɪˈməʊt kənˈtrəʊl/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Remote control” does not have irregular spelling or forms.
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one remote control, two remote controls)
Synonym: Clicker, controller
Opposite: Manual control
A device used to operate electronic devices from a distance
She lost the remote control for the TV
Flashlight
Title: Flashlight
Pronunciation: /ˈflæʃˌlaɪt/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: “Flashlight” does not have irregular spelling or forms
Formal or informal: Both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g., one flashlight, two flashlights)
Synonym: Torch, light
Opposite: Darkness
A small battery-operated portable light
She used a flashlight to find her way in the dark
