House
House - A1 Exercise
This exercise focuses on House vocabulary
Parts of a House
Every house has different rooms and areas for different purposes. Here’s a simple list of rooms and their main purposes:
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Room |
Purpose |
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Living Room |
For relaxing and spending time with family |
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Kitchen |
For cooking and preparing food |
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Bedroom |
For sleeping and resting |
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Bathroom |
For washing and using the toilet |
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Dining Room |
For eating meals |
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Garage |
For parking cars and storing tools |
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Garden/Yard |
For playing, planting, and relaxing outside |
Basic House Vocabulary
Here are some common words to describe parts of a house and their functions:
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Roof: The top part of the house that covers it.
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Door: The entrance to a room or the house.
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Window: An opening in the wall for light and fresh air.
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Stairs: Steps for going up and down floors.
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Wall: Divides rooms and holds up the house.
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Floor: The surface you walk on inside the house.
Describing a House
To describe a house, we talk about the size, rooms, color, and features. Here are some examples of simple sentences:
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“My house is big and has three bedrooms.”
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“The walls of my house are white, and the roof is red.”
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“We have a small garden with flowers and a tree.”
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“There is a garage where we keep our car.”
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“The kitchen has a stove, a sink, and a fridge.”
Simple Sentences about Rooms and Furniture
Learning about furniture (the items we use in a house) helps kids describe their homes better. Here are some examples of furniture and appliances in each room:
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Room |
Furniture/Appliances |
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Living Room |
Sofa, TV, coffee table |
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Kitchen |
Fridge, stove, sink, cabinets |
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Bedroom |
Bed, closet, lamp, dresser |
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Bathroom |
Toilet, sink, bathtub/shower |
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Dining Room |
Dining table, chairs |
Example sentences about rooms and furniture:
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Living Room: “The living room has a sofa and a TV.”
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Kitchen: “The kitchen has a big fridge and a stove for cooking.”
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Bedroom: “In my bedroom, there is a bed and a closet for my clothes.”
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Bathroom: “The bathroom has a shower and a sink.”
Common Mistakes with House Vocabulary
Some words about houses can be confusing. Here are common mistakes and corrections:
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Mistake 1: Mixing up “living room” and “bedroom.”
Correction: Remember, the living room is for relaxing, and the bedroom is for sleeping.
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Mistake 2: Saying “I sleep in the living room” when talking about their bedroom.
Correction: Say “I sleep in the bedroom.” The bedroom is the correct place for sleeping.
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Mistake 3: Using “kitchen” for the dining area.
Correction: “We eat in the dining room” or “dining area.” The kitchen is where we cook, while the dining room is for eating.
Fun Facts about Houses
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Houses around the world look very different. In Japan, houses often have sliding doors, while in colder places, houses may have thick walls to keep warm.
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Some houses have special features like balconies (small outdoor areas connected to a room) or fireplaces for warmth.
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Apartments are like houses, but many people live in one large building with separate homes.
FAQ
What are the main rooms in a house?
The main rooms are the living room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, and dining room.
What is the difference between a bedroom and a living room?
The bedroom is for sleeping, while the living room is for relaxing with family and friends.
Why do houses have roofs?
Roofs cover the house and protect it from rain, sun, and snow.
What is furniture?
Furniture includes items we use inside the house, like tables, chairs, sofas, and beds.
How do you describe a house?
To describe a house, talk about its size, color, rooms, and any special features (like a garden or balcony).