Lingo

Building Parts

50 Words

25m

roof
1.
roof
Noun

the structure that creates the outer top part of a vehicle, building, etc.

He placed solar panels on the roof to generate electricity.

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wall
2.
wall
Noun

an upright structure, usually made of brick, concrete, or stone that is made to divide, protect, or surround a place

He noticed a spider crawling up the wall.

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window
3.
win
dow
Noun

a space in a wall or vehicle that is made of glass and we use to look outside or get some fresh air

The gentle breeze flowed through the open window, bringing the scent of blooming flowers.

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door
4.
door
Noun

the thing we move to enter, exit, or access a place such as a vehicle, building, room, etc.

He closed the door behind him as he entered the room.

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floor
5.
floor
Noun

the bottom of a room that we walk on

He swept the floor to remove the dust and dirt.

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bedroom
6.
bed
room
Noun

a room we use for sleeping

He kept his favorite toys on the shelves in his bedroom.

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living room
7.
living room
Noun

the part of a house where people spend time together talking, watching television, relaxing, etc.

She gathered with her family in the living room to play board games.

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kitchen
8.
kit
chen
Noun

the place in a building or home where we make food

My mother believes that no one should leave the kitchen after a meal until they have completely cleaned it.

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bathroom
9.
bath
room
Noun

a room that has a toilet and a sink, and often times a bathtub or a shower as well

He took a refreshing shower in the bathroom after a long day.

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dining room
10.
dining room
Noun

a room that we use to eat meals in

She cleans the dining room after each meal.

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laundry room
11.
laundry room
Noun

a dedicated space for washing, drying, folding, and ironing clothes and linens, typically equipped with a washer, dryer, ironing board, and storage cabinets

The laundry room has enough space for a washer, dryer, and folding area.

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ceiling
12.
cei
ling
Noun

the highest part of a room, vehicle, etc. that covers it from the inside

He stood on a ladder to change a lightbulb on the ceiling.

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chimney
13.
chim
ney
Noun

a channel or passage that lets the smoke from a fire pass through and get out from the roof of a building

Smoke rose from the chimney on the cold winter morning.

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stair
14.
stair
Noun

a series of steps connecting two floors of a building, particularly built inside a building

He climbed the stair to reach the second floor.

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balcony
15.
bal
co
ny
Noun

a platform above the ground level and on the outside wall of a building that we can get into from the upper floor

She enjoyed her morning coffee on the balcony, taking in the beautiful view of the city skyline.

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porch
16.
porch
Noun

a structure with a roof and no walls at the entrance of a house

We sat on the porch swing and watched the sunset.

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terrace
17.
te
rrace
Noun

a flat paved area, particularly one next to a building or restaurant, where people can sit, eat, relax, etc.

They had lunch on the restaurant's terrace.

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hall
18.
hall
Noun

a passage that is inside a house or building with rooms on both side

His shoes were lined up neatly in the hall.

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corridor
19.
co
rri
dor
Noun

a long narrow way in a building that has doors on either side opening into different rooms

Students lined up along the corridor, waiting for the bell to signal the start of the next class.

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attic
20.
a
ttic
Noun

an area or room directly under the roof of a house, typically used for storage or as an additional living area

She converted the attic into a cozy home office with skylights and built-in shelves.

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basement
21.
base
ment
Noun

an area or room in a house or building that is partially or completely below the ground level

They converted the basement into a home theater with comfortable seating and a big screen.

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garage
22.
ga
rage
Noun

a building, usually next or attached to a house, in which cars or other vehicles are kept

They parked their car in the garage to protect it from the harsh winter weather.

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gutter
23.
gu
tter
Noun

an open pipe that is attached beneath the edge of a building roof and carries rainwater away

The gutter along the roofline prevented rainwater from dripping onto the walkway below.

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column
24.
co
lumn
Noun

a vertical structural element, often made of stone, that supports the weight of the building above it

The ancient Greek temples are known for their majestic columns.

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handrail
25.
hand
rail
Noun

a supportive rail fixed to a staircase or walkway, providing a handhold for stability and safety while ascending or descending

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skylight
26.
sky
light
Noun

a window installed on a roof or ceiling that allows natural light to enter a room from above

The skylight filled the room with sunlight.

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cellar
27.
ce
llar
Noun

an underground storage space or room, typically found in a building, used for storing food, wine, or other items that require a cool and dark environment

They use the cellar to store homemade preserves and pickles.

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utility
28.
u
ti
li
ty
Noun

a service that is provided to the public, such as electricity, water, or gas, which is used in daily life

In winter, the utility costs rise because of the increased use of heating.

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lobby
29.
lo
bby
Noun

the area just inside the entrance of a public building such as a hotel, etc.

Guests gathered in the hotel lobby, waiting for the shuttle to the airport.

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trash chute
Noun

a vertical or inclined passage in a building that allows for the convenient disposal of waste materials by dropping them into a designated collection area or dumpster

The apartment building has a trash chute on every floor to make garbage disposal more convenient for residents.

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elevator
31.
e
le
va
tor
Noun

a box-like device that moves up and down and is used to get to the different levels of a building

I felt a bit nervous when the elevator suddenly stopped between floors.

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story
32.
sto
ry
Noun

a description of events and people either real or imaginary

He's a journalist known for his in-depth stories about political events.

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arch
33.
arch
Noun

a curved symmetrical structure that supports the weight above it, used in bridges or buildings

The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco is a famous example of a suspension bridge with massive arches.

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plumbing system
Noun

a network of pipes, fixtures, valves, and other components that work together to supply and distribute water, as well as remove waste and sewage, within a building or structure

The plumber inspected the plumbing system to ensure there were no leaks in the pipes.

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fence
35.
fence
Noun

a structure like a wall, made of wire, wood, etc. that is placed around an area or a piece of land

She leaned on the fence and watched the sunset.

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gate
36.
gate
Noun

the part of a fence or wall outside a building that we can open and close to enter or leave a place

She waited for him outside the school gate.

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entrance
37.
ent
rance
Noun

an opening like a door, gate, or passage that we can use to enter a building, room, etc.

Please wait for me at the entrance of the museum.

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doorway
38.
door
way
Noun

the area around the door at the entrance to a house, room, etc.

She stood in the doorway, waving goodbye as he left for work.

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emergency exit
39.
emergency exit
Noun

a special way used to exit a building, car, etc. when a problem happens

Always know the location of the nearest emergency exit.

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walkway
40.
walk
way
Noun

a path for walking, typically built outdoors and above the ground level

The elevated walkway offered scenic views of the park below, winding its way through lush greenery and over gentle streams.

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yard
41.
yard
Noun

a unit of length that is equal to 91.44 centimeters or 36 inches

The football field is 100 yards long.

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facade
42.
fa
cade
Noun

the front of a building, particularly one that is large and has an elegant appearance

The facade of the historic building was adorned with intricate carvings and ornate details, showcasing the craftsmanship of its era.

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dome
43.
dome
Noun

a building's roof that is rounded

The majestic cathedral was topped with a towering dome that gleamed in the sunlight.

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doorstep
44.
door
step
Noun

a small step in front of the main door of a building or house

She found a package waiting on her doorstep when she returned home from work.

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fireplace
45.
fire
place
Noun

a space or place in a wall for building a fire in

The crackling fire in the fireplace warmed the cozy living room, casting a flickering glow across the furniture.

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light switch
Noun

an electrical device that controls the flow of electricity to a light fixture, allowing users to turn the light on or off

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boiler room
Noun

a room in a ship or building, which is equipped with a heating device

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central heating
48.
central heating
Noun

a system that provides a building with warm water and temperature

The central heating system kicked in as soon as the temperature dropped outside.

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deck
49.
deck
Noun

a ship or boat's upper outside floor

We spent the afternoon on the deck enjoying the view.

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patio
50.
pa
tio
Noun

an outdoor area with paved floor belonging to a house used for sitting, relaxing or eating in

They enjoy dining al fresco on their patio during warm summer evenings.

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