House and Flat

Rooms in a House

1. Bedroom /ˈbed.ruːm/ - n. A room for sleeping.
   • Example: The children’s bedroom is upstairs, next to the bathroom.
2. Living room /ˈlɪv.ɪŋ ˌruːm/ - n. A room where people relax, watch TV, or spend time together.
   • Example: We gathered in the living room to watch a movie.
3. Kitchen /ˈkɪtʃ.ɪn/ - n. A room where food is prepared and cooked.
   • Example: The kitchen has modern appliances and a large dining table.
4. Bathroom /ˈbɑːθ.ruːm/ - n. A room with a toilet, sink, and bath or shower.
   • Example: The bathroom is being renovated with new tiles and a shower.
5. Dining room /ˈdaɪ.nɪŋ ˌruːm/ - n. A room where people eat meals.
   • Example: We have family dinners in the dining room every Sunday.
6. Hallway /ˈhɔːl.weɪ/ - n. A narrow space that connects rooms in a house.
   • Example: There’s a mirror and a coat rack in the hallway.
7. Garage /ˈɡær.ɑːʒ/ - n. A place to keep a car.
   • Example: We park our car in the garage to protect it from the rain.
8. Balcony /ˈbæl.kə.ni/ - n. A small outdoor area on an upper floor.
   • Example: She likes to sit on the balcony and enjoy the morning sun.
9. Attic /ˈæt.ɪk/ - n. The space under the roof, often used for storage.
   • Example: We keep old furniture and boxes in the attic.
10. Basement /ˈbeɪs.mənt/ - n. The floor below the ground floor, often used for storage.
    • Example: The basement is cool and perfect for storing things.
11. Garden /ˈɡɑː.dən/ - n. An outdoor area with plants, grass, and flowers.
    • Example: The children love playing in the garden during the summer.
12. Terrace /ˈter.əs/ - n. A flat, outdoor area next to a house, often used for sitting.
    • Example: We had breakfast on the terrace overlooking the garden.
13. Entrance /ˈen.trəns/ - n. The place where you go into a house.
    • Example: The entrance is decorated with a beautiful wooden door.

Furniture and Household Items

1. Sofa /ˈsəʊ.fə/ - n. A long, comfortable seat for two or more people.
   • Example: The sofa in the living room is perfect for relaxing.
2. Bed /bed/ - n. A piece of furniture for sleeping.
   • Example: I bought a new bed with a comfortable mattress.
3. Table /ˈteɪ.bəl/ - n. A flat surface with legs, used for eating or working.
   • Example: We put the books and laptop on the table.
4. Chair /tʃeər/ - n. A seat for one person, with a back and legs.
   • Example: There are six chairs around the dining table.
5. Shelf /ʃelf/ - n. A flat board for putting things on.
   • Example: The shelf in the living room holds books and photos.
6. Lamp /læmp/ - n. A device that gives light.
   • Example: She turned on the lamp to read her book.
7. Wardrobe /ˈwɔː.drəʊb/ - n. A large cupboard for storing clothes.
   • Example: All my clothes are neatly organised in the wardrobe.
8. Mirror /ˈmɪr.ər/ - n. A glass surface that shows your reflection.
   • Example: There’s a large mirror in the hallway.
9. Rug /rʌɡ/ - n. A soft floor covering, usually smaller than a carpet and often used for decoration.
   • Example: The rug in the living room adds warmth to the space.
10. Carpet /ˈkɑː.pɪt/ - n. A soft floor covering that usually covers the entire floor of a room. 
    • Example: The carpet in the bedroom feels soft underfoot and matches the room’s decor.
11. Curtains /ˈkɜː.tənz/ - n. Pieces of fabric that cover windows.
    • Example: The curtains in the bedroom block out the sunlight.
12. Fridge /frɪdʒ/ - n. A machine that keeps food cold.
    • Example: The milk and vegetables are in the fridge.
13. Oven /ˈʌv.ən/ - n. A machine for baking or heating food.
    • Example: She baked a cake in the oven for the party.
14. Washing machine /ˈwɒʃ.ɪŋ məˌʃiːn/ - n. A machine for washing clothes.
    • Example: The washing machine is in the utility room.
15. TV /ˌtiːˈviː/ - n. A device for watching programmes and films.
    • Example: We watched the news on the TV in the living room.
16. Desk /desk/ - n. A table for working or studying.
    • Example: He has a desk in his home office for his computer.

Common Facilities

1. Air conditioning /ˈeə kənˌdɪʃ.ən.ɪŋ/ - n. A system for cooling the air in a building.
   • Example: The air conditioning keeps the house cool in the summer.
2. Heating /ˈhiː.tɪŋ/ - n. A system for warming a building.
   • Example: We turned on the heating because it was cold outside.
3. Internet /ˈɪn.tə.net/ - n. A service for using computers and phones to connect to the world.
   • Example: The internet in our flat is very fast and reliable.
4. Elevator /ˈel.ɪ.veɪ.tər/ - n. A machine that takes people up and down in a building.
   • Example: We took the elevator to the 10th floor.
5. Parking /ˈpɑː.kɪŋ/ - n. A place to leave your car.
   • Example: The apartment building has underground parking.
6. Pool /puːl/ - n. A large area of water for swimming.
   • Example: The villa has a private pool in the garden.
7. Fireplace /ˈfaɪə.pleɪs/ - n. A place in a house for a fire to keep warm.
   • Example: We sat by the fireplace on a cold winter evening.

Adjectives to Describe a House/Home

1. Big /bɪɡ/ - adj. Large in size.

   • Example: Their new house is big enough for a family of six.

2. Small /smɔːl/ - adj. Little in size.

   • Example: The flat is small but very cozy.

3. Comfortable /ˈkʌm.fə.tə.bəl/ - adj. Feeling nice and relaxed.

   • Example: The living room is so comfortable with its soft sofa.

4. Modern /ˈmɒd.ən/ - adj. New and up-to-date.

   • Example: The kitchen has modern appliances and a sleek design.

5. Old /əʊld/ - adj. Not new; from a long time ago.

   • Example: They live in an old cottage with a lot of history.

6. New /njuː/ - adj. Recently made or built.

   • Example: They moved into a new apartment last month.

7. Beautiful /ˈbjuː.tɪ.fəl/ - adj. Very pretty or nice to look at.

   • Example: The house has a beautiful garden with colourful flowers.

8. Cozy /ˈkəʊ.zi/ - adj. Warm and comfortable.

   • Example: The bedroom feels cozy with its soft blankets and warm lighting.

9. Spacious /ˈspeɪ.ʃəs/ - adj. Having a lot of space.

   • Example: The living room is spacious and perfect for entertaining guests.

10. Bright /braɪt/ - adj. Full of light.

    • Example: The kitchen is bright with large windows.

11. Clean /kliːn/ - adj. Not dirty.

    • Example: The house is always clean and tidy.

12. Messy /ˈmes.i/ - adj. Not tidy; things are everywhere.

    • Example: The children’s room is messy with toys on the floor.

13. Expensive /ɪkˈspen.sɪv/ - adj. Costing a lot of money.

    • Example: The penthouse is expensive but worth it for the view.

14. Cheap /tʃiːp/ - adj. Not costing much money.

    • Example: The flat is cheap because it’s in a less popular area.

Types of Houses

1. House /haʊs/ - n. A building where people live, usually for one family.

   • Example: We live in a lovely house on the outskirts of the city.

2. Apartment/Flat /əˈpɑːt.mənt/ or /flæt/ - n. A set of rooms for living in, usually on one floor of a building.

   • Example: She rents a small flat in the city centre.

3. Bungalow /ˈbʌŋ.ɡəl.əʊ/ - n. A small house with only one floor.

   • Example: My grandparents live in a cozy bungalow by the sea.

4. Cottage /ˈkɒt.ɪdʒ/ - n. A small house, usually in the countryside.

   • Example: They bought a charming cottage in the mountains.

5. Villa /ˈvɪl.ə/ - n. A large, comfortable house, often in a warm country.

   • Example: They stayed in a beautiful villa with a pool during their holiday.

6. Studio /ˈstjuː.di.əʊ/ - n. A small apartment with one main room for living and sleeping.

   • Example: He lives in a studio apartment near his workplace.

7. Penthouse /ˈpent.haʊs/ - n. A luxurious apartment at the top of a building.

   • Example: The penthouse has stunning views of the city skyline.

8. Townhouse /ˈtaʊn.haʊs/ - n. A tall, narrow house in a town or city, often connected to other houses.

   • Example: Their townhouse is located in a quiet neighbourhood.

9. Mansion /ˈmæn.ʃən/ - n. A very large, expensive house.

   • Example: The celebrity owns a mansion with a private cinema and gym.