bordello
8 synonyms for bordello, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A brothel.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
brothel
cathouse
bagnio
bawdyhouse
sporting house
house of ill repute
house of prostitution
whorehouse
Etymology
From Italian "bordello," ultimately related to a Latin word for a small hut, later used specifically for a brothel.
Full origin of bordello →Frequently asked questions
What does “bordello” mean?
The word “bordello” means a brothel.
How do you pronounce “bordello”?
“Bordello” is pronounced baw-DEH-loh (/bɔː(ɹ)ˈdɛləʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “bordello” in a sentence?
Here is “bordello” used in a sentence: “The old building had once been a bordello in the city's rougher days.”
What part of speech is “bordello”?
“Bordello” is a noun.
Where does the word “bordello” come from?
The word “bordello” comes from Latin. From Italian "bordello," ultimately related to a Latin word for a small hut, later used specifically for a brothel.
