haven
Translation
sanctuary, refuge, shelter
Examples
The garden is a haven of peace.
The garden is a haven of peace.
The port is a safe haven for ships.
The port is a safe haven for ships.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) haven ((of sth.)) a place of safety or rest The garden is a haven of peace.
Similar Words
Synonyms: refuge, sanctuary, shelter, retreat
Etymology
From Old English 'hæfen', meaning 'harbor, port'. It originally referred to a place of safety for ships.
Memory Tips
It sounds like 'heaven'. A 'haven' is a safe and peaceful place, like a little piece of heaven.