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B2 Level Wordlist - Buildings and Structures

Here you will learn some English words about buildings and structures, such as "mansion", "penthouse", "duplex", etc. prepared for B2 learners.

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CEFR B2 Vocabulary
mortgage
mortgage
[noun]

an official contract or arrangement by which a bank gives money to someone as a loan to buy a house and the person agrees to repay the loan over a specified period, usually with interest

Ex: They took out a mortgage to buy their first house in the suburbs. 
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property
property
[noun]

a building or the piece of land surrounding it, owned by individuals, businesses, or entities

Ex: They inherited a large property with acres of farmland and a historic farmhouse. 
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skyscraper

a modern building that is very tall, often built in a city

Ex: The city skyline is dominated by a new skyscraper that towers over all the other buildings. 
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mansion
mansion
[noun]

a very large and impressive house

Ex: The billionaire lives in a luxurious mansion overlooking the ocean. 
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condominium

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

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

an apartment on top of a tall building

Ex: She moved into a penthouse with stunning views of the city skyline. 
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duplex
duplex
[noun]

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

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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complex
complex
[noun]

a set of buildings of the same type and design in the same place

Ex: The apartment complex offers a variety of floor plans and amenities to cater to different resident needs. 
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housing development

an area where multiple residential buildings, such as houses, townhouses, or apartments, are constructed to create a new community or neighborhood

Ex: The housing development will feature a variety of architectural styles and amenities to attract families and retirees alike. 
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row house
row house
[noun]

a house that is part of a row of similar houses built side by side

Ex: They purchased a row house in the historic district known for its charming architecture and community atmosphere. 
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houseboat
houseboat
[noun]

a boat designed for living in

Ex: They spent their vacation on a houseboat cruising down the river. 
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attic
attic
[noun]

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

Ex: She converted the attic into a cozy home office with skylights and built-in shelves. 
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basement
basement
[noun]

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

Ex: They converted the basement into a home theater with comfortable seating and a big screen. 
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cellar
cellar
[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

Ex: They use the cellar to store homemade preserves and pickles. 
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nursery
nursery
[noun]

a room in an apartment or house that a baby sleeps in

Ex: They decorated the nursery with soft pastel colors and stuffed animals. 
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patio
patio
[noun]

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

Ex: They enjoy dining al fresco on their patio during warm summer evenings. 
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rooftop
rooftop
[noun]

the external surface of a building roof

Ex: They had dinner on the rooftop, enjoying the city's skyline at night. 
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doorbell
doorbell
[noun]

a bell operated by a button outside a house or apartment that makes a sound when pushed, particularly to inform the inhabitants inside

Ex: She rang the doorbell and waited for someone to answer. 
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doorstep
doorstep
[noun]

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

Ex: She found a package waiting on her doorstep when she returned home from work. 
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doorway
doorway
[noun]

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

Ex: She stood in the doorway, waving goodbye as he left for work. 
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air conditioning

a system that controls the temperature and humidity in a house, car, etc.

Ex: The A/C kept the house cool during the scorching summer heat. 
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central heating

a system that provides a building with warm water and temperature

Ex: The central heating system kicked in as soon as the temperature dropped outside. 
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smoke alarm

a device or alarm that starts beeping if it detects smoke or fire

Ex: The smoke alarm woke them up during the night, alerting them to a fire in the kitchen. 
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bureau
bureau
[noun]

a piece of furniture with drawers used for storing clothes and personal items

Ex: The antique bureau in the corner of the room showcased intricate craftsmanship and served as a storage solution for vintage clothing. 
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drawer
drawer
[noun]

a sliding box-shaped piece of furniture found within a desk, dresser, or cabinet, used for organizing and storing items

Ex: She keeps her socks and underwear neatly folded in the top drawer of her dresser. 
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garbage can

an object for collecting and temporarily storing trash or waste materials, often placed outside a house

Ex: The garbage can in the park was overflowing with discarded wrappers and bottles. 
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chore
chore
[noun]

a task, especially a household one, that is done regularly

Ex: Taking out the trash is one of the daily chores he is responsible for. 
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to mop
to mop
[Verb]

to clean a surface by wiping it with a handle attached to a sponge or cloth at its end

Ex: She mops the kitchen floor every evening to keep it clean. 
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to scrub
to scrub
[Verb]

to clean a surface by rubbing it very hard using a brush, etc.

Ex: She scrubs the bathtub to remove soap scum and stains. 
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to sweep
to sweep
[Verb]

to clean a place by using a broom

Ex: She sweeps the kitchen floor every evening after dinner. 
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to vacuum
to vacuum
[Verb]

to clean a surface by using a machine that sucks up dirt, dust, etc.

Ex: She vacuums the carpets in the living room every week to keep them clean. 
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to wipe
to wipe
[Verb]

to clean or dry a surface using a cloth, etc.

Ex: She wiped the kitchen counter with a damp cloth to remove crumbs. 
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to furnish

to equip a room, house, etc. with furniture

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

to put a substance over the surface of something, often as a covering

Ex: The carpenter decided to coat the wooden furniture with a layer of protective varnish. 
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blueprint
blueprint
[noun]

a detailed technical or architectural plan showing dimensions, materials, and specifications for construction or production

Ex: The architect drew a blueprint for the new library. 
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