furniture
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for furniture, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Large movable objects, such as tables, chairs, and beds, that make a room usable.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use furniture
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle French fourniture ("a supply, or the act of furnishing"), from fournir ("to furnish").
Full origin of furniture →Frequently asked questions
What does “furniture” mean?
The word “furniture” means large movable objects, such as tables, chairs, and beds, that make a room usable. In plain terms, movable items like tables, chairs, and beds that furnish a room; in a specialized sense, hardware fittings on doors and cabinets.
How do you pronounce “furniture”?
“Furniture” is pronounced FUR-nih-chuh (/ˈfɝ.nɪ.t͡ʃɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “furniture” in a sentence?
Here is “furniture” used in a sentence: “They bought new furniture for the living room.”
What is another word for “furniture”?
Words with a similar meaning to “furniture” include furnishings.
What part of speech is “furniture”?
“Furniture” is a noun.
Where does the word “furniture” come from?
The word “furniture” comes from Middle French. From Middle French fourniture ("a supply, or the act of furnishing"), from fournir ("to furnish").
Is “furniture” a common word?
“Furniture” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “furniture” have?
“Furniture” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: large movable objects, such as tables, chairs, and beds, that make a room usable.
Is 'furniture' countable or uncountable?
'Furniture' is an uncountable, or mass, noun, so it has no plural and takes no 'a.' You say 'some furniture' or 'a piece of furniture,' never 'furnitures' or 'a furniture.'
What is the difference between 'furniture' and 'furnishings'?
'Furniture' refers to large movable objects such as tables, chairs, and beds, while 'furnishings' is broader and also covers items like curtains, rugs, and light fittings. All furniture counts as furnishings, but not all furnishings are furniture.
How do you count 'furniture'?
Because it is uncountable, you count furniture using the unit 'piece,' as in 'three pieces of furniture.' You can also use 'item of furniture' to refer to a single object.