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Nödvändigt Ordförråd för GRE - Bygg Luftslott!

Här kommer du att lära dig några engelska ord om arkitektur, såsom "bungalow", "valvbåge", "inredning" etc. som behövs för GRE-provet.

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amphitheater
amphitheater
[Substantiv]

an open building that is round or oval in shape and has a space in the middle surrounded by several seats, originated in ancient Roman and Greek architecture used for public entertainments such as sports or drama

amfiteater, arena

amfiteater, arena

Ex: Tourists marveled at the ruins of the ancient Greek amphitheater. 
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auditorium
auditorium
[Substantiv]

a large building or hall where people are gathered to attend a concert, public speech, play, etc.

auditorium, konsertsal

auditorium, konsertsal

Ex: The concert was held in the grand auditorium downtown. 
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refinery
refinery
[Substantiv]

a factory in which a natural substance such as oil or sugar is made pure by removing all other substances from it

raffinaderi, raffineringsanläggning

raffinaderi, raffineringsanläggning

Ex: The oil refinery processes crude oil into gasoline and diesel. 
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belvedere
belvedere
[Substantiv]

a small structure, gallery, or summerhouse that usually has an open side and provides an excellent view

utsiktspunkt, belvedere

utsiktspunkt, belvedere

Ex: From the belvedere on the hill, they could see the entire valley spread out below them in breathtaking detail. 
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cabana
cabana
[Substantiv]

a hut, shelter, or cabin, usually at a swimming pool or beach

koja, hyt

koja, hyt

Ex: The resort's cabanas lined the poolside, offering guests a private retreat to relax in the shade. 
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condominium
condominium
[Substantiv]

a building or a group of buildings in which individual units are owned privately, while common areas and facilities such as hallways, elevators, etc. are owned and managed by all residents

bostadsrätt, condominium

bostadsrätt, condominium

Ex: She bought a condominium in the downtown area for its convenient location and amenities. 
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crematorium
crematorium
[Substantiv]

a building for burning the dead bodies of people, often as a funeral ceremony

krematorium, likbränningsanläggning

krematorium, likbränningsanläggning

Ex: The crematorium offers various memorial services to honor the deceased. 
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planetarium
planetarium
[Substantiv]

a building with a dome in which moving images of planets, starts, and constellations are projected for educational or entertainment purposes

planetarium, astronomisal

planetarium, astronomisal

Ex: The school field trip included a visit to the planetarium to learn about the solar system. 
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brownstone
brownstone
[Substantiv]

a house, particularly found in New York City, that is built of, or with a front made of, a type of reddish-brown sandstone

brownstone, hus av brun sandsten

brownstone, hus av brun sandsten

Ex: They recently purchased a charming brownstone in Brooklyn. 
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duplex
duplex
[Substantiv]

an apartment with two floors each with its own rooms connected by an internal staircase

duplex, tvåvåningslägenhet

duplex, tvåvåningslägenhet

Ex: The lower unit of the duplex has a spacious living room and kitchen, while the upper unit has bedrooms and a study. 
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bungalow
bungalow
[Substantiv]

a one-story construction without stairs, usually with a low roof

bungalow, envåningshus

bungalow, envåningshus

Ex: The bungalow had a spacious backyard, perfect for hosting summer barbecues. 
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conservatory
conservatory
[Substantiv]

a school or college that people attend to for studying music, theater, or some other form of art

konservatorium, musikskola

konservatorium, musikskola

Ex: The renowned conservatory offered intensive training programs in classical music, dance, and theater, attracting talented students from around the world. 
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lodging
lodging
[Substantiv]

a place that provides travelers with temporary accommodation

logi, boende

logi, boende

Ex: We found a cozy lodging in the mountains for our weekend getaway. 
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annex
annex
[Substantiv]

a building later added to a main building in order to provide more space

annex, tillbyggnad

annex, tillbyggnad

Ex: The school built an annex to accommodate the growing number of students. 
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baseboard
baseboard
[Substantiv]

a long and narrow piece of wood attached to the bottom of the walls of a house

golvlister, vägglist

golvlister, vägglist

Ex: The carpenter installed a new baseboard to give the room a finished look. 
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archway
archway
[Substantiv]

a passage or entrance beneath an arch

valvbåge, valvgång

valvbåge, valvgång

Ex: The couple walked hand in hand through the ancient stone archway. 
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chalet
chalet
[Substantiv]

a wooden house with a steep sloping roof, often found in mountainous areas in Switzerland

chalet

chalet

Ex: The family rented a cozy chalet in the Swiss Alps for their winter vacation. 
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cornice
cornice
[Substantiv]

an ornamental border made of plaster or wood, often used around the top of a wall where it meets the ceiling

gesims, dekorativ kant

gesims, dekorativ kant

Ex: The living room was beautifully decorated with an elegant cornice along the ceiling. 
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en suite
en suite
[Substantiv]

a bathroom that is directly connected to a bedroom

anslutet badrum

anslutet badrum

Ex: The hotel room featured an en suite with modern fixtures and a walk-in shower. 
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facade
facade
[Substantiv]

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

fasad

fasad

Ex: The facade of the historic building was adorned with intricate carvings and ornate details, showcasing the craftsmanship of its era. 
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fixture
fixture
[Substantiv]

a piece of equipment such as a bath that is permanently affixed inside a house or building and people cannot take it out when they move out

fast utrustning, fast installation

fast utrustning, fast installation

Ex: The bathroom’s new sink is a fixture that won't be removed when we move. 
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foyer
foyer
[Substantiv]

a small area inside the entrance of a private apartment or house, where people walk in immediately after they enter

hall, entré

hall, entré

Ex: The foyer of the house was decorated with a large mirror and a console table. 
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to furnish

to equip a room, house, etc. with furniture

möblera, utrusta

möblera, utrusta

Ex: They decided to furnish the living room with a comfortable sofa, coffee table, and stylish chairs. 
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igloo
igloo
[Substantiv]

a house or shelter in the shape of a dome that is built from blocks of ice or hard snow

iglo, snöhus

iglo, snöhus

Ex: In the Arctic, indigenous people have been building traditional igloos for generations to withstand harsh winter conditions. 
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lavatory
lavatory
[Substantiv]

a room that has one or more toilets

toalett, WC

toalett, WC

Ex: The airport lavatory was clean and well-stocked with supplies. 
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mezzanine
mezzanine
[Substantiv]

the first floor above the ground floor in a theater where there are seats for the audience

balkong, Balkongen var full av entusiastiska teaterbesökare på premiärkvällen.

balkong, Balkongen var full av entusiastiska teaterbesökare på premiärkvällen.

Ex: The mezzanine was filled with enthusiastic theatergoers for the opening night. 
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molding
molding
[Substantiv]

a narrow piece of plaster, wood, or other material, used as decoration along the top of a wall, around a door, etc.

listverk, kronlist

listverk, kronlist

Ex: The elegant crown molding added a touch of sophistication to the room. 
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pantry
pantry
[Substantiv]

a cupboard or small room, often next to kitchen, used for keeping food in

skafferi, köksskåp

skafferi, köksskåp

Ex: She stocked the pantry with canned goods and dried pasta. 
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porch
porch
[Substantiv]

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

veranda, trappa

veranda, trappa

Ex: We sat on the porch swing and watched the sunset. 
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veranda
veranda
[Substantiv]

a roofed area with an open front at the ground level, which is attached to the side of a house

veranda, altan

veranda, altan

Ex: The colonial-style house had a wide, wraparound veranda where residents could relax and enjoy the breeze. 
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decor
decor
[Substantiv]

the way a room or building's interior is decorated

inredning, dekoration

inredning, dekoration

Ex: The restaurant's vintage decor created a cozy and nostalgic atmosphere. 
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adjacent
adjacent
[adjektiv]

situated next to or near something

intilliggande, angränsande

intilliggande, angränsande

Ex: The bookstore is located in the shopping mall adjacent to the coffee shop. 
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atrium
atrium
[Substantiv]

a large area typically with glass walls or roof in the middle of a building such a shopping center

atrium, central hall

atrium, central hall

Ex: The grand atrium of the hotel featured a soaring glass ceiling, allowing natural light to flood the space and creating a sense of openness. 
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bunker
bunker
[Substantiv]

a shelter equipped with strong walls, often built underground, to protect soldiers or guns

bunker, underjordiskt skydd

bunker, underjordiskt skydd

Ex: The soldiers took cover in the bunker during the intense bombardment. 
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colonnade
colonnade
[Substantiv]

a row of columns having equal distance from each other, often supporting a roof or arch

kolonnad, rad av kolonner

kolonnad, rad av kolonner

Ex: The grand entrance to the museum featured a stunning colonnade. 
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dilapidated
dilapidated
[adjektiv]

damaged or deteriorated over time, often due to neglect or insufficient maintenance

förfallen, nedgången

förfallen, nedgången

Ex: They explored the dilapidated mansion, imagining its former glory. 
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to erect
to erect
[Verb]

to build or assemble a structure or object in an upright position

resä, bygga

resä, bygga

Ex: The construction crew worked diligently to erect a new office building in the city center. 
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high-rise
high-rise
[adjektiv]

(of buildings) having many floors

höghus, skyskrapa

höghus, skyskrapa

Ex: They moved into a high-rise apartment with a stunning view of the city. 
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insulation
insulation
[Substantiv]

the materials that are used to cover something in order not to let heat, electricity, or sound to enter or escape through it

isolering,  isoleringsmaterial

isolering, isoleringsmaterial

Ex: The house's attic was fitted with extra insulation to keep it warm in winter. 
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deck
deck
[Substantiv]

a platform or floor that has a design that looks like a ship's deck

däck, träterrass

däck, träterrass

Ex: The restaurant's outdoor seating area featured a spacious wooden deck with ocean views. 
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