desk

The word “desk” means a piece of furniture with a flat surface used for writing, reading, or working, often with drawers. In plain terms, a table you sit at to work, write, or study.

“Desk” is pronounced dehsk (/dɛsk/ in IPA).

Here is “desk” used in a sentence: “She keeps her laptop and files neatly on her desk.”

Depending on how it is used, “desk” can be a noun and a verb.

The word “desk” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin desca, from Italian desco, ultimately from Latin discus ("disc, dish") — the same root behind "dish," "disc," and "dais.".

“Desk” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.

“Desk” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a piece of furniture with a flat surface used for writing, reading, or working, often with drawers.

A desk is designed specifically for writing, reading, or working, and usually has drawers or compartments for storage. A table is a more general, open surface used for many purposes, such as eating, meeting, or displaying things. In short, every desk is a kind of table, but built for focused work.

Common types include the writing desk, computer desk, standing desk, corner desk, and executive desk. Some fold away or attach to a wall to save space, while others are large and built for storage. The right choice depends on the work being done and the room available.

A standing desk is a desk built or adjusted to a height that lets you work while standing rather than sitting. Many are height-adjustable, so you can switch between sitting and standing during the day. People use them to reduce time spent seated and to stay more comfortable while working.