stairs
Translation
stairs
Examples
Be careful on the stairs.
Be careful on the stairs.
He ran up the stairs.
He ran up the stairs.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a set of steps for going from one level to another. He fell down the stairs.
Similar Words
Synonyms: steps, flight of stairs
Etymology
From Old English 'stǣger' (that which is used for climbing), related to 'stīgan' (to climb).
Memory Tips
Imagine 'staring' up a long flight of stairs before you decide to climb them.