home
A home is the place where a person or a family lives and feels they belong. It is often used to describe both the physical building and the emotional sense of comfort and safety associated with it.
Examples
3 of 5I usually go home at five o'clock after work.
I usually go home at five o'clock after work.
The applicant must prove they have a stable home environment.
The applicant must prove they have a stable home environment.
I'm finally home, what a long day!
I'm finally home, what a long day!
Word Family
Memory Tip
Remember: 'Home is where the Heart is.' The word 'Home' and 'Heart' both start with the letter H.
Quick Quiz
After a long vacation, it is always nice to return ___.
Correct!
The correct answer is: home
Examples
I usually go home at five o'clock after work.
everydayI usually go home at five o'clock after work.
The applicant must prove they have a stable home environment.
formalThe applicant must prove they have a stable home environment.
I'm finally home, what a long day!
informalI'm finally home, what a long day!
Research indicates that a quiet home life improves academic performance.
academicResearch indicates that a quiet home life improves academic performance.
Many employees are finding it difficult to maintain a home office.
businessMany employees are finding it difficult to maintain a home office.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
make yourself at home
please relax and be comfortable in my house
home sweet home
the pleasure of returning to your own house
there's no place like home
your own home is the best place to be
Often Confused With
A house is just the physical structure, while home is the place where you live and feel a connection.
Usage Notes
In English, we do not use the preposition 'to' with 'home' when following verbs of movement like 'go', 'come', or 'run'.
Common Mistakes
Learners often say 'I go to home' which is incorrect; the correct form is 'I go home'.
Memory Tip
Remember: 'Home is where the Heart is.' The word 'Home' and 'Heart' both start with the letter H.
Word Origin
Originates from the Old English word 'hām', meaning a dwelling, estate, or village.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In many English-speaking cultures, 'home' is considered a very private space and inviting someone over is a sign of friendship.
Quick Quiz
After a long vacation, it is always nice to return ___.
Correct!
The correct answer is: home
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