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Furniture and Decor
Hotel Vocabulary
| Word part of speech | Meaning | Example sentence |
| adjoining rooms noun | two hotel rooms with a door in the centre | If you want we can book your parents in an adjoining room. |
| amenities noun | local facilities such as stores and restaurants | We are located downtown, so we are close to all of the amenities. |
| attractions noun | things for tourists to see and do | The zoo is our city's most popular attraction for kids. |
| baggage noun | bags and suitcases packed with personal belongings | If you need help with your baggage we have a cart you can use. |
| Bed and Breakfast noun | a home that offers a place to stay and a place to eat | I can book you into a beautiful Bed and Breakfast on the lake. |
| bellboy noun | a staff member who helps guests with their luggage | The bellboy will take your bags to your room for you. |
| book verb | arrange to stay in a hotel | I can book your family in for the weekend of the seventh. |
| booked adj | full, no vacancies | I'm afraid the hotel is booked tonight. |
| brochures noun | small booklets that provide information on the local sites and attractions | Feel free to take some brochures to your room to look at. |
| check-in verb | go to the front desk to receive keys | You can check-in anytime after four o'clock. |
| check-out noun | return the keys and pay for the bill | Please return your parking pass when you check-out. |
| complimentary breakfast noun | free of charge | All of our rooms have complimentary soap, shampoo, and coffee. |
| cot, rollaway bed noun | a single bed on wheels that folds up | If you need an extra bed, we have cots available. |
| damage charge noun | money a guest owes for repairs to hotel property (when caused by violent or careless acts) | We will have to add a damage charge for the hole you put in the wall. |
| deposit noun | amount paid ahead of time to secure a reservation | You will not receive your deposit back if you cancel. |
| double bed noun | a bed large enough for two people | They are a family of four, so give them a room with two double beds. |
| floor noun | a level of the building | The swimming pool is on the main floor. |
| front desk, reception noun | the place where guests go to check in and out and to get information | Towels are available at the front desk. |
| guest noun | a person that is staying at the hotel | Our washrooms are for guests only. |
| hostel noun | a very inexpensive place for backbackers and travelers on a budget | In the hostel you probably won't get your own room. |
| hotel manager noun | person in charge at the hotel | I'll let you make your complaint to the hotel manager. |
| housekeeping, maid noun | staff members that clean the rooms and linen | Put a sign on the door if you want housekeeping to come in and change the sheets on the bed. |
| ice machine noun | a machine that automatically makes ice that guests can use to keep drinks cold | There is an ice machine by the elevator on all of the even numbered floors. |
| indoor pool noun | place for guests to swim inside the hotel | The heated indoor pool is open until 10 pm. |
| inn noun | another word for "hotel" | There's an inn on the other side of town that has a vacancy. |
| Jacuzzi, hot tub, whirl pool noun | a small hot pool for relaxation | Our honeymoon room has a personal hot tub. |
| king-size bed noun | extra large bed | A room with a king size bed costs an extra ten dollars a night. |
| kitchenette noun | a small fridge and cooking area | Your room has a kitchenette so you can prepare your own breakfasts and lunches. |
| late charge noun | a fee for staying past the check-out time | You will be charged a ten dollar late charge for checking out after 11 am. |
| linen noun | sheets, blankets, pillow cases | We will come in and change the linens while you are out of your room. |
| lobby noun | large open area at the front of the hotel | You can stand in the lobby and wait for your bus. |
| luggage cart noun | a device on wheels that guests can push their luggage on | Please return the luggage cart to the lobby when you are finshed with it. |
| maximum capacity noun | the most amount of people allowed | The maximum capacity in the hot tub is ten people. |
| motels noun | accommodations that are slightly cheaper than hotels | Our motel is very clean and is close to the beach. |
| noisy adj | loud | The guests next to you have complained that you are being too noisy. |
| parking pass noun | a piece of paper that guests display in the car window while in the hotel parking lot | Display this parking pass in your window to show that you are a hotel guest. |
| pay-per-view movie noun | extra charge for movies and special television features | If you order a pay-per-view movie, the charge will appear on your bill. |
| pillow case noun | the covering that goes over a pillow | Room 201 doesn't need their sheets changed, but they requested one new pillow case. |
| queen size bed noun | bed with plenty of space for two people (bigger than a double) | They have a queen size bed so the small child can eaily fit in the middle. |
| rate noun | cost of renting a room for a certain time period | Our rates change depending on the season. |
| reservation noun | a request to save a specific room for a future date | They say they made a reservation but it doesn't show on the computer. |
| room service noun | delivery of food or other services requested by guests | If you would like a bottle of wine, just call room service. |
| sauna noun | a hot room for relaxation, filled with steam | We don't recommend bringing young children into the sauna. |
| single bed noun | a bed for one person | The economy priced room includes one single bed. |
| sofa bed, pull-out couch noun | a bed built into a sofa or couch | The room contains a sofa bed so the room actually sleeps five. |
| towels noun | used to cover and dry the body after swimming or bathing | You can get your swimming pool towels at the front desk. |
| vacancy noun vacant adj | available rooms | We only have one vacancy left, and it is for a single room. |
| valet noun | staff that parks the guests' vehicles | If you leave your car keys with us, the valet will park your car underground. |
| vending machine noun | a machine that distributes snacks and beverages when you insert coins | The vending machine on the fifth floor has chocolate bars and chips. |
| view noun | a window that offers a nice image for guests | The room is more expensive because it has a spectacular view of the beach. |
| wake up call noun | a morning phone call from the front desk, acts as an alarm clock | What time would you like your wake up call? |
| weight room, workout room, gym noun | a room that guests can use for exercise and fitness | Our weight room has a stair climber and a stationary bicycle. |
Rooms in a House
| Word | Meaning |
| attic | storage room at the very top of the house |
| basement | the lowest level of the house |
| bathroom, washroom | the room for bathing and using the toilet |
| bedroom | the room where people sleep |
| dining room | room with a table and chairs for eating; in some houses this room is only used on special occasions |
| hallway | long narrow area that joins one room to another |
| kitchen | place for preparing food; sometimes has a table and chairs for eating informal meals |
| living room; family room | place where family spends leisure time; often has a TV, also used for entertaining |
| lobby | area in the front entrance for hanging coats and placing shoes |
| master bedroom | the largest bedroom in the house; used by parents |
| nursery | room for baby or young child |
| pantry | room off the kitchen for keeping dry foods and storage items |
| patio | outdoor area in front or backyard; usually sits slightly off the ground; often made of wood |
| playroom | room filled with toys; books and games; indoor area for kids to play |
| rec room | often in basement; extra room for watching TV and playing games such as billiards or ping pong |
| sunroom | enclosed room with large windows; often used for relaxation, visiting, or reading |
Furniture and Decor
| Word | Meaning |
| bed | long frame with a mattress on top for sleeping; has blankets and pillows for comfort |
| bookshelf, bookcase | tall wooden piece used for holding books |
| chair | various types of furniture used for sitting on |
| change table | surface found in the nursery, used for changing a baby's diaper |
| couch/sofa | long comfortable piece for sitting on; found in common rooms |
| counter | surface in the kitchen; used for preparing food and holding small appliances |
| cupboards | storage area with doors; used for holding food, dishes, cleaning supplies, etc. |
| desk | piece used for doing work and holding papers, books, writing tools; usually found in an office |
| dresser, bureau | piece of furniture for holding folded clothing |
| entertainment centre | piece of furniture for holding television, stereo, and other electronic devices |
| fireplace | square opening on a wall to hold a fire and warm up the home; may be electric, gas, or wood |
| mirrors | special glass placed on a wall or counter, used for viewing one's self |
| pictures, paintings | decorations hung on walls or placed on surfaces; often framed |
| shelves | long surfaces for organizing and storing household items |
| tub, bathtub | found in bathrooms, a large area where you lie down and wash your body |
| window sills, ledges | long shelf-like surface beneath a window |
Appliances
| Word | Meaning |
| dishwasher | electric appliance that washes dishes; can be "built-in" (under a sink) or "portable" (moved and attached to the sink when in use) |
| dryer | electric appliance used to dry laundry |
| fridge | electric appliance used for keeping food cold |
| freezer | electric appliance used for keeping food frozen (very cold) |
| garbage disposal | located inside a drain; chops up bits of food into small pieces to fit down the pipes |
| microwave | electric appliance for cooking food quickly |
| oven | electric appliance for baking and heating food |
| stove, range | elements on top of an oven for heating, frying, and boiling food |
| washing machine | electric appliance for cleaning laundry |
Cleaning Supplies
| Word | Meaning |
| baking soda | white powder used for cleaning and removing odours |
| bleach | liquid added in small amounts to water; has strong chemicals that remove stains on white clothing; also used to clean bathrooms |
| broom | brush with a long handle on it for sweeping floors |
| carpet cleaner | foam or liquid soap used on rugs and carpets |
| deodorizer | product that removes bad smells from a room; often scented |
| dishwashing detergent | liquid or powder soap that goes into a dishwasher |
| dust pan | flat container used for collecting dirt and dust swept up with a broom |
| duster | a cleaning tool with a handle and feathers (or a soft cloth) used for wiping dust off surfaces |
| garbage or trash bag | large, heavy bag for collecting the household garbage |
| garbage or trash bin | container with a lid that holds large garbage bags |
| gloves | coverings for the hands, with separate holes for the fingers |
| hose | a long tube that fills with water; often kept outside and used for outdoor cleaning |
| laundry detergent | powder or liquid soap used for cleaning clothes and linen |
| mop | long stick with a sponge at the bottom that is soaked in water and soap; used for cleaning floors |
| recycling bin | a container that holds paper, tins, glass, and other garbage that can be reused |
| scouring pads | tough cleaning pads used for scrubbing pots, pans, and ovens |
| scrub brush | a brush with a handle on it; often used for cleaning toilets |
| sponge | a soft cleaning product that absorbs water and is used for washing surfaces |
| stain remover | laundry product used specifically on spots that regular laundry detergent cannot clean (stains include red wine or blood) |
| vacuum cleaner | a machine that sucks up dust and dirt on the floor as you push it around |
| vinegar | a clear sour tasting liquid mixed with water and used for cleaning; environmentally friendly alternative to store bought cleaners |
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