Talking about your home is part of everyday conversation. In this guide, you’ll learn the most common parts of the house in English, organized by room and explained in simple terms.
From the kitchen to the bedroom, you’ll find the words you actually use.
Vocabulary for Parts of the House
We'll start with the basics: the names of each of the rooms, spaces, and elements in a home:
| Word | Meaning |
| Balcony | An outdoor platform attached to an upper floor of a building. |
| Basement | The level of a building that is below ground. |
| Bathroom | A room with a toilet, sink, and often a shower or bathtub. |
| Bedroom | A room where people sleep. |
| Bulb | A glass object that produces light when connected to electricity. |
| Carpet | A thick fabric covering placed on a floor. |
| Patio | An outdoor area next to a house, usually used for relaxing or dining. |
| Dining room | A room where people eat meals together. |
| Door | A movable barrier used to open or close an entrance. |
| Floor | The surface you walk on inside a building. |
| Garage | A place where a car is kept, usually attached to a house. |
| Garden | An outdoor area where plants, flowers, or vegetables grow. |
| Grass | Green plants that cover the ground in gardens or parks. |
| Heater | A device used to warm a room or building. |
| House | A building where people live. |
| Kitchen | A room used for cooking and preparing food. |
| Laundry room | A room where clothes are washed and dried. |
| Light | The brightness produced by a lamp or bulb. |
| Light switch | A device used to turn lights on or off. |
| Living room | A room where people relax, talk, or watch TV. |
| Mansion | A very large and luxurious house. |
| Office | A room used for work, studying, or business tasks. |
| Plug | The object connected to a cable that goes into a power socket. |
| Pool | A structure filled with water for swimming. |
| Roof | The top covering of a building. |
| Stairs | A set of steps used to go up or down between floors. |
| Wall | A vertical structure that forms the sides of a room or building. |
| Window | An opening in a wall with glass that lets in light and air. |
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The Kitchen
The kitchen is one of the busiest rooms in a house, with many everyday objects you use daily.
Those are the most common words to describe everything in the kitchen:
| Word | Meaning |
| Big pot | A large container used for cooking soups, pasta, or stews. |
| Cabinet | A piece of furniture with shelves or doors used for storage. |
| Coffee maker | A machine used to brew coffee. |
| Fork | A utensil with prongs used to pick up and eat food. |
| Frying pan | A flat pan used to cook food on the stove. |
| Glass | A container used for drinking water or other beverages. |
| Hand mixer | A small electric tool used to mix ingredients. |
| Knife | A sharp tool used for cutting food. |
| Microwave | An appliance that heats or cooks food quickly using radiation. |
| Napkin | A piece of paper or cloth used to clean your hands or mouth while eating. |
| Oven | A kitchen appliance used for baking or roasting food. |
| Pantry | A small room or cupboard where food is stored. |
| Plate | A flat dish used for serving or eating food. |
| Refrigerator | An appliance that keeps food cold and fresh. |
| Sink | A basin used for washing dishes, food, or hands. |
| Spoon | A utensil used for eating or stirring food. |
| Table | A piece of furniture where meals are prepared or eaten. |
| Toaster | A device used to toast slices of bread. |
The Bedroom
The bedroom is where we relax and spend a lot of time, so it’s useful to know the common objects you’ll find there.
These words are commonly used to talk about furniture, comfort, and everyday objects you find in a bedroom:
| Word | Meaning |
| Air conditioner | A machine that cools the air in a room. |
| Bed | A piece of furniture used for sleeping or resting. |
| Bedside table | A small table next to a bed for personal items. |
| Blanket | A soft covering used to keep warm in bed. |
| Bunk beds | Two beds placed one above the other. |
| Closet | A space or piece of furniture used to store clothes. |
| Clothing | The items people wear, such as shirts, pants, and jackets. |
| Curtains | Pieces of fabric that cover windows for privacy or light control. |
| Dresser | A piece of furniture with drawers used to store clothes. |
| Mirror | A surface that reflects your image. |
| Pillow | A soft object used to support your head while sleeping. |
| TV | A device used to watch programs, movies, or shows. |
The Bathroom
The bathroom has common items you use every day for hygiene and personal care.
Here are the most common bathroom-related words:
| Word | Meaning |
| Bathtub | A large container filled with water where you take a bath. |
| Shower | A place where you wash your body using running water. |
| Soap | A substance used to clean your hands or body. |
| Toilet | A fixture used for bodily waste. |
| Toilet paper | Soft paper used for personal hygiene after using the toilet. |
| Toothbrush | A small brush used to clean your teeth. |
| Toothpaste | A paste used with a toothbrush to clean teeth. |
| Towel | A piece of cloth used to dry your body or hands. |
| Washbasin | A sink used for washing hands, face, or brushing teeth. |
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The Living Room
The living room is where we relax, so it includes many everyday objects you talk about often.
Here are the most common living room items:
- Bookshelf - A piece of furniture with shelves used to store books.
- Chair - A seat for one person, usually with a back.
- Couch - A long, comfortable seat for two or more people.
- Fan - A device that moves air to make a room feel cooler.
- Painting - A picture made with paint and displayed on a wall.
- Coffee table - A small table placed in front of a couch.
- Lamp - A device that provides light in a room.
- Cushion - A soft pillow used for comfort on chairs or couches.
- Wall clock - A clock that hangs on a wall to show the time.
The Laundry Room
The laundry room includes the appliances and cleaning supplies you use for everyday chores.
Here are the most common laundry room items:
| Word | Meaning |
| Broom | A tool with stiff bristles used for sweeping the floor. |
| Bucket | A container used to carry water or cleaning supplies. |
| Detergent | A cleaning product used for washing clothes or surfaces. |
| Dryer | A machine that dries clothes after washing. |
| Iron | A device used to remove wrinkles from clothes using heat. |
| Mop | A tool used to clean floors with water. |
| Scrub brush | A brush used to clean surfaces by scrubbing. |
| Vacuum | A machine that cleans floors by sucking up dust and dirt. |
| Washing machine | A machine used to wash clothes automatically. |
Simple Ways to Remember House Vocabulary in English
With so many words related to the house, it helps to have a clear way to remember them.
Classify the House by Sections
A simple way to study house vocabulary is to group words by room and focus on what you find in each space.
“Look at a picture of a house and pay attention to the different rooms and where they are. This makes it easier to remember each part. 1. Break the house into its main sections. 2. Learn the name and function of each one. 3. Then look at another picture and try to name every part you see. Review and practice the new words regularly to help them stick.”
Learn Through Real-Life Situations
One of the best ways to remember house vocabulary is to see it used in real-life situations.
“Look at real estate websites and home listings to see how rooms and features are described. You can also explore home improvement stores, like Home Depot, to learn the names of appliances, garden equipment, electrical supplies, plumbing materials, and more.”
Record yourself!
Repeat the list of house vocabulary out loud and listen to yourself. You’ll notice it becomes easier to remember the words.
Write the words over and over again.
Writing things down helps reinforce what you learn.
Ideally, read the words from the list five at a time. Then, write them down without looking. This way, you'll gradually memorize them.
Watch movies or series in English.
Besides studying vocabulary and grammar, entertainment can also help you improve your English.
✅ Watching movies in their original version, series for learning English, or programs is a great way to improve your language skills.
✅ Cartoons and books for learning English are often very useful for learning the names of objects or parts of a house.
“It's much easier to remember things when you have something to associate them with. Watching YouTube videos, reading articles, listening to podcasts, or even reading example sentences that use the vocabulary can greatly help with recall.”
Take a break.
Have you ever heard the expression "I'll sleep on it"? Sometimes resting helps to clear your head. It can help you remember things better when you return to the task.
📌 Finally, this infographic of parts of a house in English will help you review the basics. Good luck with your English!
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Frequently asked questions about the parts of a house in English
When learning English, it's essential to divide the rooms of a house into their individual spaces, such as: Living room, Laundry room, Kitchen, Dining room, Bedroom, Garage, Bathroom, etc. This is a great technique for memorizing the spaces and what's in them.
House types in English are defined by their shape and structure; these are: detached, semi-detached, apartment, terraced, bungalow, cottage, penthouse, condominium, duplex.
The most common exterior parts are: roof, chimney, windows, door, porch, garden, yard, and driveway. You'll learn all of this even faster with the teachers at Papora.
