Home and Garden - Chairs and Stools

Here you will learn some English words related to chairs and stools such as "armchair", "bench", and "pouf".

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chair [noun]

furniture with a back and often four legs that we can use for sitting

Ex: I sat on the comfortable chair while reading a book .

stool [noun]

a seat, often with four legs, that does not include a any support for one's back or arms

Ex: The stool was simple , with no backrest or armrests .

bergere [noun]

a French-style armchair with upholstered sides and back and an exposed wooden frame

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armchair [noun]

a chair with side supports for the arms and a comfortable backrest, often used for relaxation or reading

Ex: He sat in the armchair by the fire , reading a book .

banquette [noun]

an upholstered bench often built into a wall or used as built-in seating in a dining or kitchen area

Ex: The banquette along the wall was upholstered in soft leather , making it both stylish and practical .

bench [noun]

a long and hard seat that is normally made of metal or wood and two or multiple people can sit on

Ex: She tied her shoelaces on the bench before going for a run .

barrel chair [noun]

a type of chair with a curved back and armrests, resembling the shape of a barrel

Ex: A bright red barrel chair added a pop of color to the neutral-toned room .

basket chair [noun]

a type of chair that features a basket-shaped seat made of woven materials such as wicker, rattan, or cane

Ex: She sat in the basket chair , enjoying the cool breeze coming through the window .

beanbag [noun]

a soft, cushioned chair filled with small pieces of material that conforms to the shape of the body for comfortable sitting or lounging

bentwood [noun]

a type of furniture made by bending wood into curved shapes and then laminating several layers together to create a strong and durable piece of furniture

Ex: I love the comfort and style of bentwood furniture in my living room .

Berbice chair [noun]

a spacious armchair that comes with elongated armrests that can be folded inward to function as leg rests

Ex: The antique store had a beautiful Berbice chair that caught my eye .

carver [noun]

a type of dining chair with arms, usually placed at the head of the table

deck chair [noun]

a type of folding chair designed for outdoor use, typically with a frame of wood or metal and a fabric or canvas seat and back that can be adjusted to recline

Ex: After a long hike , they sat down on the deck chairs to rest and enjoy the view .

dining chair [noun]

a chair designed for use at a dining table

easy chair [noun]

a large and comfortable chair or armchair

Ex: She sank into the easy chair and closed her eyes , enjoying the soft cushions .

fauteuil [noun]

a French armchair with open sides, upholstered seat, back, and arms, and exposed wood frames

Ex: She sat comfortably in the fauteuil , enjoying her afternoon tea by the window .

fiddle-back chair [noun]

a type of chair with a backrest that is shaped like a violin or fiddle

Ex: The intricate design of the fiddle-back chair added a touch of elegance to the room .

folding chair [noun]

a type of chair that can be easily folded and stored when not in use

Ex: She set up a folding chair next to the campfire to enjoy the warmth on a chilly evening .

garden chair [noun]

a type of outdoor furniture that is designed to be used in a garden or outdoor space

Ex: The wooden garden chair looked beautiful next to the blooming flowers .

hassock [noun]

a type of low stool or cushion used for sitting or as a footrest

high chair [noun]

a special type of chair with long legs used by a small child or baby to sit in have a meal

kneeling chair [noun]

a type of chair designed to help improve posture and reduce lower back pain by distributing weight between the buttocks and shins and providing support for the knees

Ex: Kneeling chairs are often recommended by chiropractors to help maintain proper spinal alignment .

ladder-back chair [noun]

a type of chair with horizontal slats resembling a ladder on the backrest

Ex: The kitchen was decorated with wooden ladder-back chairs , giving it a rustic feel .

lounger [noun]

an armchair that comes with a support for one's feet and a movable back on which one can recline and relax, particularly used outdoors

Morris chair [noun]

a type of armchair with adjustable back and arms that can be lowered to create a flat surface

Ex: The vintage Morris chair added a touch of elegance to the room with its classic design .

platform rocker [noun]

a rocking chair with a stationary base and a platform that moves with the chair's back and seat

Ex: After a long day , he sank into the cozy platform rocker and let the rhythmic rocking help him unwind .

pouf [noun]

a low, cushioned seat or footstool that is typically round or cylindrical in shape

reclining chair [noun]

a chair with a backrest that tilts backwards and a footrest that extends out in front of the seat

Ex: He adjusted the footrest on his reclining chair to relax after his workout .

straight chair [noun]

a simple chair without arms or upholstery, usually made of wood and designed for basic seating

Ex: He preferred the straight chair over the lounge chair for working on his projects .

swing egg chair [noun]

a type of hanging chair with a round egg-shaped seat that swings and can be used for indoor or outdoor seating

Ex: The kids took turns sitting in the swing egg chair , laughing as it swayed in the breeze .

swivel chair [noun]

a type of chair that can rotate 360 degrees around a central axis, allowing the seated person to easily turn and face different directions

Ex: I adjusted the swivel chair to a lower position to make it easier to reach the computer .

tub chair [noun]

a small and cozy chair with a rounded back and armrests, resembling the shape of a traditional bathtub

Ex: The modern tub chair added a touch of elegance to the living room .

Windsor chair [noun]

a wooden chair characterized by a solid, shaped wooden seat and distinctive, turned spindle backrest

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wing chair [noun]

a type of armchair characterized by its high back, angled wings or "ears" on either side to protect the sitter from drafts, and often a deep seat

Ex: He adjusted the cushions on the wing chair to make himself more comfortable .

rocking chair [noun]

a chair mounted on two curved pieces of wood to allow enough mobility for the chair to move back and forth when someone sits on it

Ex: I love to relax in my rocking chair by the fireplace during winter evenings .

accent chair [noun]

a type of chair that is designed to stand out and add a decorative or functional element to a room's decor

Ex: They chose a patterned accent chair to match the modern decor of the apartment .

vanity stool [noun]

a small low seat, typically without a backrest, designed to be used with a vanity or dressing table

footstool [noun]

a low seat or a small stool used to elevate the feet while sitting

Ex: The footstool was a perfect addition to the cozy armchair in the corner of the room .

bar stool [noun]

a tall, narrow stool with a footrest, designed for seating at a bar or high counter

Ex: She loves to have her morning coffee while sitting on the bar stool at the kitchen island .

counter stool [noun]

a type of stool that is specifically designed for use at a kitchen counter or bar-height table, and typically has a seat height of 24 to 26 inches

Ex: The counter stools were perfect for our new bar-height kitchen table .

garden stool [noun]

a small and decorative stool that is often used as a seat or a side table in outdoor spaces like gardens, patios, and decks

Ex: I spent the afternoon relaxing on a garden stool , enjoying the warm sunlight .

ottoman [noun]

a low upholstered seat or footstool without a back or arms

step stool [noun]

a small portable stool that allows the user to reach objects or high places that they would not be able to reach otherwise

Ex: I keep a step stool in the closet to get to the items on the higher shelves .

folding stool [noun]

a portable seat made with a collapsible frame that can be easily stored or transported

Ex: At the concert , I noticed people using folding stools to sit on during the outdoor performance .

leg [noun]

the vertical supports that are attached to the seat or base of a piece of furniture, such as a chair or table, and provide stability and support

backrest [noun]

the part of a chair, bench, or sofa that supports the back and may extend up to the shoulders or head

Ex: The backrest of the sofa provides excellent support for long sitting sessions .

armrest [noun]

a part of a chair or sofa that is designed to support the arms of a seated person, providing comfort and relaxation

Ex: He adjusted the armrest to a more comfortable height before sitting down .

cushion [noun]

a padded covering for the seat and backrest of the chair

seat [noun]

the part of a chair, bench, or similar item on which a person sits

Ex: The wooden bench had a carved seat .

massage chair [noun]

a chair that is designed to massage and manipulate the muscles and soft tissues of the body, typically using electronic motors and rollers

Ex: She bought a new massage chair for her office to help relieve back pain .

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