Home & Daily Life Vocabulary with Pictures - Learn 20 Essential Household Words

A room for sleeping

“I sleep in my bedroom every night. It has a comfortable mattress.”

In British English, the main bedroom is often called the "master bedroom".

A room for cooking food

“I cook dinner in the kitchen. It has a stove and refrigerator.”

The kitchen is often called the "heart of the home" because families gather there.

A long comfortable seat for multiple people

“Please sit on the sofa in the living room. It seats three people.”

Called "sofa" in British English, "couch" in American English. Both are correct!

A room with toilet and shower or bath

“I take a shower in the bathroom every morning before work.”

In British English, "toilet" often refers to just the toilet, while "bathroom" has a bath.

Tall furniture for storing clothes

“I keep my clothes in the wardrobe in my bedroom.”

Called "wardrobe" in British English, "closet" in American English.

Flat furniture for eating or working

“We eat dinner at the table in the dining room.”

A "dining table" is for meals, a "coffee table" is the low table in living rooms.

Basin with running water for washing

“I wash the dishes in the sink after every meal.”

Kitchen sinks are usually larger than bathroom sinks.

Appliance that keeps food cold

“The refrigerator keeps our food cold and fresh for longer.”

Often shortened to "fridge". The freezer is the cold part for frozen food.

Electrical device that produces light

“I turn on the light when the room is dark.”

Types include: ceiling light, lamp, spotlight, night light.

Opening in wall with glass that lets in light

“I look out of the window to see the garden outside.”

Windows provide natural light and ventilation.

Machine that cleans carpets by suction

“I use the vacuum to clean the carpet every week.”

Called "hoover" in British English (from the brand name).

Appliance for cleaning clothes

“I put my dirty clothes in the washing machine.”

A "dryer" or "tumble dryer" is used to dry clothes after washing.

Flat surface on wall for storing items

“I keep my books on the shelf in the study.”

Plural is "shelves". A bookcase is furniture with multiple shelves.

Movable barrier at entrance of room

“Please close the door when you leave. It locks automatically.”

Front door = main entrance. Back door = rear entrance.

Steps between floors

“I use the stairs to go upstairs to the second floor.”

"Upstairs" = upper floor. "Downstairs" = lower floor.

Curved piece for hanging items

“I hang my coat on the hook by the front door.”

Hooks are useful for coats, bags, keys, and towels.

Warm covering for bed

“I sleep under a warm blanket when it is cold outside.”

A "duvet" (UK) or "comforter" (US) is a thick, warm blanket.

Border around a picture

“The frame in the living room shows our family photos.”

Frames can be made of wood, metal, or plastic.

Absorbent fabric for drying

“I dry myself with a towel after taking a shower.”

Bath towels are large. Hand towels are smaller for drying hands.

Outdoor area for growing plants

“We have a small garden in the backyard where I grow vegetables.”

Called "garden" in British English, often "yard" in American English.