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Basic Nouns - Building Parts

Here you will learn some English nouns related to building parts such as "roof", "corridor", and "gate".

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Categorized Basic English Nouns
roof
[noun]

the structure that creates the outer top part of a vehicle, building, etc.

Ex: The snow on roof started to melt in the warmth of the sun .
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wall
[noun]

an upright structure, usually made of brick, concrete, or stone that is made to divide, protect, or surround a place

Ex: She placed a calendar on wall to keep track of important dates .
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window
[noun]

a space in a wall or vehicle that is made of glass and we use to look outside or get some fresh air

Ex: window had a transparent glass that allowed sunlight to pass through .
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door
[noun]

the thing we move to enter, exit, or access a place such as a vehicle, building, room, etc.

Ex: She knocked on door and waited for someone to answer .
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floor
[noun]

the bottom of a room that we walk on

Ex: She spilled juice on floor and immediately cleaned it up .
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bedroom
[noun]

a room we use for sleeping

Ex: She placed a small nightstand next to the bed in bedroom for her belongings .
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the part of a house where people spend time together talking, watching television, relaxing, etc.

Ex: In living room, family and friends gathered for laughter and shared stories during the holidays .
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kitchen
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the place in a building or home where we make food

Ex: The mother asked her children to leave kitchen until she finished preparing dinner .
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bathroom
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a room that has a toilet and a sink, and often times a bathtub or a shower as well

Ex: She used a hairdryer in bathroom to dry her hai .
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a room that we use to eat meals in

Ex: They gathered in dining room for Sunday brunch .
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a dedicated space for washing, drying, folding, and ironing clothes and linens, typically equipped with a washer, dryer, ironing board, and storage cabinets

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ceiling
[noun]

the highest part of a room, vehicle, etc. that covers it from the inside

Ex: She lies on the floor , imagining shapes on ceiling.
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chimney
[noun]

a channel or passage that lets the smoke from a fire pass through and get out from the roof of a building

Ex: He saw the flames through chimney’s opening .
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stairs
[noun]

a series of steps or risers designed for ascending or descending between different levels or floors in a building or structure

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balcony
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a platform above the ground level and on the outside wall of a building that we can get into from the upper floor

Ex: The concert was held in the theater , and she had a great seat on balcony, giving her a bird's-eye view of the performance .
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porch
[noun]

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

Ex: I love decorating porch with potted plants and colorful flowers .
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terrace
[noun]

a flat paved area, particularly one next to a building or restaurant, where people can sit, eat, relax, etc.

Ex: She enjoyed reading on the terrace.
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hall
[noun]

a passage that is inside a house or building with rooms on both side

Ex: There 's a small table with a lamp at the end of hall.
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corridor
[noun]

a long narrow way in a building that has doors on either side opening into different rooms

Ex: The apartment building had a long , dimly corridor that stretched from the elevator to the fire exit at the end of the hall .
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attic
[noun]

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

Ex: In older homesattics were originally used as sleeping quarters before modern heating and cooling systems were introduced .
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basement
[noun]

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

Ex: She rents out basement as a studio apartment to earn extra income .
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garage
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a building, usually next or attached to a house, in which cars or other vehicles are kept

Ex: The garage door is automated, making it easy for them to enter and exit without getting out of the car.
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gutter
[noun]

an open pipe that is attached beneath the edge of a building roof and carries rainwater away

Ex: She heard the sound of rainwater rushing through gutter during the storm .
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column
[noun]

a vertical structural element, often made of stone, that supports the weight of the building above it

Ex: The museum 's entrance was framed by columns, adding to its grandeur .
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handrail
[noun]

a supportive rail fixed to a staircase or walkway, providing a handhold for stability and safety while ascending or descending

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skylight
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a window installed on a roof or ceiling that allows natural light to enter a room from above

Ex: A skylight let cold air into the house .
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cellar
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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: The cellar had thick stone walls that kept it cool even in the summer .
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utility
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a service that is provided to the public, such as electricity, water, or gas, which is used in daily life

Ex: utility company came to fix the power outage in our neighborhood .
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lobby
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the area just inside the entrance of a public building such as a hotel, etc.

Ex: The hotel 's lobby was adorned with marble floors and chandeliers .
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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

Ex: She was frustrated when the trash chute became blocked, causing a delay in waste removal.
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elevator
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a box-like device that moves up and down and is used to get to the different levels of a building

Ex: We took elevator to the top floor of the building .
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story
[noun]

a level or floor of a building or structure, typically with a horizontal division that separates it from other levels, often used to define the height or number of floors in a building

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arch
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a curved symmetrical structure that supports the weight above it, used in bridges or buildings

Ex: The cathedral 's stained glass windows were framed by intricate arches, showcasing impressive Gothic architecture .
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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

Ex: The new house featured a plumbing system with advanced water-saving features .
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fence
[noun]

a structure like a wall, made of wire, wood, etc. that is placed around an area or a piece of land

Ex: The roses look beautiful along the fence line.
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gate
[noun]

the part of a fence or wall outside a building that we can open and close to enter or leave a place

Ex: You need to unlock gate to access the backyard .
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entrance
[noun]

an opening like a door, gate, or passage that we can use to enter a building, room, etc.

Ex: Tickets can be purchased at entrance.
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doorway
[noun]

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

Ex: She peeked around doorway to see who was in the kitchen .
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a special way used to exit a building, car, etc. when a problem happens

Ex: We must ensure emergency exit is not locked .
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walkway
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a path for walking, typically built outdoors and above the ground level

Ex: The university campus was crisscrossed walkways, lined with benches and shade trees for students to relax and socialize .
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yard
[noun]

the land joined to our house where we can grow grass, flowers, and other plants

Ex: We set up a swing set in yard.
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facade
[noun]

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

Ex: The urban neighborhood was characterized by its colorful row houses , each with a facade adorned with decorative trim and window boxes .
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dome
[noun]

a building's roof that is rounded

Ex: The museum 's rotunda was capped with a dome, creating an impressive architectural focal point .
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doorstep
[noun]

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

Ex: The delivery person knocked on the door and left the parcel on doorstep before leaving .
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fireplace
[noun]

a space or place in a wall for building a fire in

Ex: The fireplace in the apartment provided the ambiance of a real fire without the need for chimney maintenance .
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an electrical device that controls the flow of electricity to a light fixture, allowing users to turn the light on or off

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a room in a ship or building, which is equipped with a heating device

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a system that provides a building with warm water and temperature

Ex: The central heating pipes started to make clanking noises as they warmed up .
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deck
[noun]

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

Ex: The home 's deck had railings and furniture designed to mimic a shipdeck.
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patio
[noun]

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

Ex: The new house has a patio where they plan to host barbecues and family gatherings .
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