furniture
Furniture refers to movable objects intended to support various human activities such as seating, eating, or sleeping. It includes items like chairs, tables, and beds that are used to make a room ready for living or working.
Examples
3 of 5We need to buy some new furniture for the living room.
We need to buy some new furniture for the living room.
The office suite is equipped with high-quality ergonomic furniture.
The office suite is equipped with high-quality ergonomic furniture.
Cool furniture! Did you get that vintage chair at a flea market?
Cool furniture! Did you get that vintage chair at a flea market?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Visualize the letter 'F' in Furniture standing for 'Floor'—it is the stuff you put on the floor to make a house a home.
Quick Quiz
We bought several ______ of furniture for the office.
Correct!
The correct answer is: pieces
Examples
We need to buy some new furniture for the living room.
everydayWe need to buy some new furniture for the living room.
The office suite is equipped with high-quality ergonomic furniture.
formalThe office suite is equipped with high-quality ergonomic furniture.
Cool furniture! Did you get that vintage chair at a flea market?
informalCool furniture! Did you get that vintage chair at a flea market?
The study examines the historical development of household furniture in the 18th century.
academicThe study examines the historical development of household furniture in the 18th century.
The company specializes in the wholesale distribution of office furniture.
businessThe company specializes in the wholesale distribution of office furniture.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
a piece of furniture
a single item of furniture
a suite of furniture
a matching set of furniture
garden furniture
furniture designed for outdoor use
Often Confused With
English learners often add an 's', but furniture is uncountable and never takes a plural form.
Furnishings is a broader term that includes decorative items like curtains and rugs, not just large objects.
Usage Notes
Always use 'furniture' as a singular mass noun. Even if you are talking about twenty chairs, you must use the word 'furniture' with a singular verb.
Common Mistakes
Do not use 'a furniture' or 'furnitures'. Instead, use 'a piece of furniture' or 'some furniture'.
Memory Tip
Visualize the letter 'F' in Furniture standing for 'Floor'—it is the stuff you put on the floor to make a house a home.
Word Origin
From the Old French word 'fourniture', which means the act of supplying or providing.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In many Western cultures, furniture styles often reflect personal identity, with modern trends leaning towards minimalist or flat-pack designs like IKEA.
Quick Quiz
We bought several ______ of furniture for the office.
Correct!
The correct answer is: pieces
Related Grammar Rules
Related Vocabulary
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kitchen
A1A kitchen is a room or a specific area in a house or building used for food preparation and cooking. It typically contains essential appliances like a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.
bathroom
A1A private room in a house or building used for personal hygiene activities. It typically contains a toilet and a sink, and usually includes a bathtub or a shower.
comfortable
A2Describes something that provides physical ease and relaxation, such as furniture or clothing. It can also refer to a situation where a person feels at peace, confident, or without worry.
bedroom
A1A private room in a house or apartment where people sleep and keep their personal belongings. It typically contains a bed and furniture like a wardrobe or a chest of drawers.
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