noun B1 Intermediate Uncommon

bedside

BEHD-syd

Bedside (noun) means the space or area right next to a bed, especially someone's. Example: “The family kept a vigil at his bedside all night.”

noun

The space or area right next to a bed, especially someone's.

"The family kept a vigil at his bedside all night."

How to Use Bedside

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe area right beside a bed, often used when talking about caring for someone who is sick.

Common pairings

bedside table bedside manner at her bedside

Word Forms

bedsides plural

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Etymology

From "bed" plus "side."

Rhymes for bedside

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “bedside” mean?

The word “bedside” means the space or area right next to a bed, especially someone's. In plain terms, the area right beside a bed, often used when talking about caring for someone who is sick.

How do you pronounce “bedside”?

“Bedside” is pronounced BEHD-syd (/ˈbɛdˌsaɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “bedside” in a sentence?

Here is “bedside” used in a sentence: “The family kept a vigil at his bedside all night.”

What part of speech is “bedside”?

“Bedside” is a noun.

Is “bedside” a common word?

“Bedside” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.