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[C1 Level] Home & Lifestyle – English vocabulary

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82 English words with meanings: utensil, appliance, furnish, renovate, clutter… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on OpenQuiz.

Part of the learning path: C1–C2 Everyday English

Word list

  1. utensil /ju:'tensəl/ (noun) — tools used in the kitchen
    Example: She bought new kitchen utensils yesterday.
    Synonyms: tool, implement, gadget
  2. appliance /ə'plaɪəns/ (noun) — electrical machines for the home
    Example: The kitchen is full of modern appliances.
    Synonyms: device, machine, apparatus
  3. furnish /'fɜ:nɪʃ/ (verb) — put furniture and items into a room or home
    Example: They furnished their new apartment elegantly.
    Synonyms: equip, decorate, supply
  4. renovate /'renəveɪt/ (verb) — fix and improve
    Example: They decided to renovate their old house.
    Synonyms: restore, refurbish, redecorate
  5. clutter /'klʌtə(r)/ (noun) — a lot of untidy things in a place
    Example: She cleared the clutter from the living room.
    Synonyms: mess, disorder, chaos
  6. tidy /'taɪdi/ (adj) — neat and in good order
    Example: He keeps his bedroom tidy at all times.
    Synonyms: neat, orderly, organized
  7. vacuum /'vækju:m/ (verb) — clean with a machine that sucks up dirt
    Example: She vacuums the floor every morning.
    Synonyms: clean, suck up, dust
  8. detergent /dɪ'tɜ:dʒənt/ (noun) — cleaning liquid or powder
    Example: Use a mild detergent for delicate fabrics.
    Synonyms: cleaner, soap, solution
  9. laundry /'lɔ:ndri/ (noun) — clothes that need washing or have been washed
    Example: I have a pile of laundry to do.
    Synonyms: washing, clothes, linens
  10. ironing /'aɪənɪŋ/ (noun) — pressing clothes flat with a hot iron
    Example: Ironing clothes can be time-consuming.
    Synonyms: pressing, smoothing, flattening
  11. countertop /'kaʊntə,tɒp/ (noun) — the flat work surface in a kitchen
    Example: Keep the countertop clean after cooking.
    Synonyms: worktop, surface, bench
  12. dishwasher /'dɪʃ,wɒʃə(r)/ (noun) — a machine that washes dishes
    Example: We installed a new dishwasher last week.
    Synonyms: washing machine, automatic washer, cleaner
  13. cabinet /'kæbɪnət/ (noun) — a cupboard with doors or drawers for storing things
    Example: The dishes are stored in the cabinet.
    Synonyms: cupboard, locker, closet
  14. curtain /'kɜ:tn/ (noun) — curtains
    Example: She opened the curtains to let in light.
    Synonyms: drape, blind, screen
  15. rug /rʌɡ/ (noun) — small rug
    Example: A soft rug adds warmth to the room.
    Synonyms: carpet, mat, covering
  16. cushion /'kʊʃən/ (noun) — a soft pillow for sitting or leaning on
    Example: She placed cushions on the sofa.
    Synonyms: pillow, pad, bolster
  17. lampshade /'læmpʃeɪd/ (noun) — a cover placed over a lightbulb to soften the light
    Example: The lampshade diffuses the light softly.
    Synonyms: shade, cover, light cover
  18. bedding /'bedɪŋ/ (noun) — sheets, blankets and covers for a bed
    Example: Change the bedding every week.
    Synonyms: bedclothes, linens, sheets
  19. attic /'ætɪk/ (noun) — a room or space under the roof of a house
    Example: They stored old boxes in the attic.
    Synonyms: loft, garret, upper room
  20. basement /'beɪsmənt/ (noun) — a room in a building below ground level
    Example: The washing machine is in the basement.
    Synonyms: cellar, underground room, sublevel
  21. balcony /'bælkəni/ (noun) — a platform with a railing outside an upper-floor room
    Example: She waters flowers on the balcony daily.
    Synonyms: terrace, veranda, deck
  22. patio /'pætioʊ/ (noun) — small tiled patio
    Example: We had breakfast on the patio.
    Synonyms: courtyard, terrace, backyard
  23. chimney /'tʃɪmni/ (noun) — a pipe that carries smoke out of a building
    Example: Smoke rose from the chimney.
    Synonyms: flue, smokestack, vent
  24. fireplace /'faɪəpleɪs/ (noun) — an open space in a wall for a fire
    Example: They gathered around the fireplace.
    Synonyms: hearth, stove, mantel
  25. ornament /'ɔ:nəmənt/ (noun) — small decorations
    Example: She placed ornaments on the shelf.
    Synonyms: decoration, adornment, trinket
  26. vase /vɑ:z/ (noun) — flower vase
    Example: He bought a ceramic vase for tulips.
    Synonyms: jar, pot, container
  27. painting /'peɪntɪŋ/ (noun) — a picture made with paint
    Example: A landscape painting hangs above the sofa.
    Synonyms: artwork, portrait, picture
  28. sculpture /'skʌlptʃər/ (noun) — an artwork carved or shaped in three dimensions
    Example: A marble sculpture decorates the hall.
    Synonyms: statue, carving, figure
  29. redecorate /,ri:'dekəreɪt/ (verb) — to change the decoration of a room or building
    Example: They redecorated their bedroom in bright colors.
    Synonyms: renovate, refresh, update
  30. remodel /,ri:'mɒdl/ (verb) — to redesign or fix
    Example: We plan to remodel the kitchen next month.
    Synonyms: revamp, restructure, renew

…and 52 more words in this set.

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