Architecture and Construction - Parts of a Building
Here you will learn some English words related to the different parts of a building such as "garage", "pantry", and "alcove".
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the physical framework or structural components of a building
a building, usually next or attached to a house, in which cars or other vehicles are kept
a specialized storage space designed to store and age wine bottles under controlled temperature, humidity, and lighting conditions to preserve their quality and flavor over time
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
the front of a building, particularly one that is large and has an elegant appearance
a storage compartment or building for ammunition, explosives, or weapons
a cupboard or small room, often next to kitchen, used for keeping food in
a designated space within a building used for storing various items or belongings in an organized manner, typically equipped with shelves, cabinets, or other storage solutions
an upright structure, usually made of brick, concrete, or stone that is made to divide, protect, or surround a place
the structure that creates the outer top part of a vehicle, building, etc.
the highest part of a room, vehicle, etc. that covers it from the inside
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
the front exterior of a house, apartment, or another building that faces a street or river
a device used to measure and monitor the flow and consumption of natural gas or propane in residential, commercial, or industrial settings
a space in a building with walls, a floor, and a ceiling where people do different activities
a service that is provided to the public, such as electricity, water, or gas, which is used in daily life
a building later added to a main building in order to provide more space
a channel or passage that lets the smoke from a fire pass through and get out from the roof of a building
a hood-like covering or structure, often with a conical or curved shape, used to cover or protect an opening or feature such as a chimney, ventilator, or roof
a protective covering made of metal or glass that is placed in front of a fireplace to prevent sparks, embers, or debris from escaping while still allowing heat and light to pass through
a shelf that is made of wood or stone and is above a fireplace
a small and cozy corner or space, usually next to a fireplace, where people can sit and relax in a warm and comfortable environment
one of the many floors that are in a building
a floor situated between two other floors of a building, which is smaller compared to the two
a vertical structural element, often made of stone, that supports the weight of the building above it
the front face of a large building, particularly a church
the area just inside the entrance of a public building such as a hotel, etc.
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
a recessed part of a wall that is built further back from the rest of it
an opening or passage that allows the movement of air, gases, or other substances, typically used for ventilation, release of heat or moisture, or to remove unwanted odors
an area with no roof that is partially or completely surrounded by walls, often forming a part of a large building
a curved architectural space where sound waves can travel along the walls, allowing whispers to be heard clearly from one side to the other
a short and wide pipe connected to the top of a chimney
a courtyard or open area within a building complex
a series of rooms, particularly in a hotel
a four-sided courtyard or open space, often enclosed by buildings or walls, typically found in educational institutions, residential complexes, or historical landmarks
a set of steps along with their surrounding structure that can lead one from one floor to another
a small elevator or lifting device used to transport items such as food, dishes, or laundry between different floors of a building, typically in a commercial or residential setting
a box-like device that moves up and down and is used to get to the different levels of a building
a staircase that moves and takes people up or down different levels easily, often found in large buildings like airports, department stores, etc.
an open area at the base of a chimney used for building a fire
the area or space near a fire, particularly a fireplace, where people gather for warmth, relaxation, and socializing
a long and narrow covered walkway or corridor with a series of arches or columns along one or both sides
a vertical transportation system consisting of a cylindrical tube or shaft in which a cabin or platform travels, enabling efficient movement between different floors or levels within a building
the network of components, wiring, and devices that enable the generation, distribution, and use of electrical power within a building or structure
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 underside of an architectural element, such as a ceiling, arch, or overhanging roof, typically located on the underside of a structure
a level or floor of a building, separated by a horizontal division, used to describe the building's height or structure
an upper floor of a house, apartment, or any other building
a floor that is located on a lower level of a building, particularly at the ground level
