Word: Living-room

Pronunciation

/ˈlɪvɪŋ ruːm/

Definitions

• Noun: A room in a house or apartment used primarily for relaxing, socializing, and entertaining guests. It typically contains comfortable seating, furniture such as sofas and chairs, and may also include entertainment systems and decorations that reflect the homeowner’s taste.

Example Sentences

• The family gathered around the fireplace in the cozy living-room on Christmas Eve.
• We decided to rearrange the furniture in our living-room to create a more open space for hosting parties.
• The large windows in the living-room let in plenty of natural light, making it the perfect spot to read a book.

Phrases

• “The heart of the home” often refers to the living-room as it is where family members spend much of their time together.
• “Family room” or “sitting room” are alternative terms for a living-room, especially when emphasizing its function within the household.

Synonyms

• Lounge
• Sitting room
• Family room
• Den
• Drawing room
• Front room
• Parlour (in British English)

Note: “Living-room” doesn’t have other parts of speech aside from being a noun, hence no examples for verb, adjective, adverb, etc., are provided.