upstairs
1 synonyms and 1 antonyms for upstairs, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — To or on a higher floor of a building.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use upstairs
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From up- + stair + -s.
Full origin of upstairs →Frequently asked questions
What does “upstairs” mean?
The word “upstairs” means to or on a higher floor of a building. In plain terms, on, to, or relating to an upper floor of a building.
How do you pronounce “upstairs”?
“Upstairs” is pronounced uhp-STEH-uhz (/ˌʌpˈstɛɹz/ in IPA).
How do you use “upstairs” in a sentence?
Here is “upstairs” used in a sentence: “She went upstairs to get ready for bed.”
What is the opposite of “upstairs”?
The opposite of “upstairs” — its antonyms — is downstairs.
What part of speech is “upstairs”?
Depending on how it is used, “upstairs” can be an adverb, an adjective and a noun.
Is “upstairs” a common word?
“Upstairs” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “upstairs” have?
“Upstairs” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to or on a higher floor of a building.
What is the difference between "upstairs" and "downstairs"?
"Upstairs" refers to or is located on a higher floor of a building, while "downstairs" refers to a lower floor. If you go upstairs you move up to a higher level, and if you go downstairs you move down to a lower one.
Do you say "go upstairs" or "go up the stairs"?
"Go upstairs" means to move to a higher floor and treats "upstairs" as a single adverb, while "go up the stairs" refers specifically to climbing the staircase itself. You can go up the stairs to get upstairs, but you might also reach upstairs by lift.
Should you write "upstairs" or "up stairs"?
The standard modern spelling is one word, "upstairs," whether used as an adverb, adjective, or noun. The two-word form "up stairs" is archaic and is not used in current English.
Can "upstairs" be used as a noun?
Yes, "upstairs" can act as a noun meaning the upper floor or floors of a building, as in "the upstairs needs repainting." In this use it usually takes "the" before it.