veranda
Translation
veranda, porch
Examples
We sat on the veranda drinking tea.
We sat on the veranda drinking tea.
The house has a large front veranda.
The house has a large front veranda.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) veranda a roofed platform along the outside of a house We sat on the veranda drinking tea.
Similar Words
Synonyms: porch, gallery, lanai
Etymology
From Portuguese 'varanda' meaning 'railing' or 'balcony'.
Memory Tips
Imagine relaxing with a view on a veranda. It's similar to a porch but often more spacious.