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Monterey

mon-tuh-RAY

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Monterey (adj) means describing a building style influenced by early Spanish-Californian architecture, typically with a low-pitched roof and a long, roofed balcony on the upper floor. Example: “The old ranch house was built in Monterey style, with its wide upstairs porch shaded by the roofline.”

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Describing a building style influenced by early Spanish-Californian architecture, typically with a low-pitched roof and a long, roofed balcony on the upper floor.

"The old ranch house was built in Monterey style, with its wide upstairs porch shaded by the roofline."

How to use Monterey

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishUsed to describe furniture or houses built in the old Spanish-Californian ranch style.

Common pairings

Monterey-style house Monterey furniture

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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The old ranch house was built in _____ style, with its wide upstairs porch shaded by the roofline.

Etymology

From the Californian city Monterey, itself borrowed from Spanish Monterrey ("mountain of the king"), from monte ("mountain") + rey ("king").

Origin: Spanish

Rhymes for Monterey

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Monterey” mean?

The word “Monterey” means describing a building style influenced by early Spanish-Californian architecture, typically with a low-pitched roof and a long, roofed balcony on the upper floor. In plain terms, used to describe furniture or houses built in the old Spanish-Californian ranch style.

How do you pronounce “Monterey”?

“Monterey” is pronounced mon-tuh-RAY (/ˈmɑnəˌɹeɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Monterey” in a sentence?

Here is “Monterey” used in a sentence: “The old ranch house was built in Monterey style, with its wide upstairs porch shaded by the roofline.”

What part of speech is “Monterey”?

“Monterey” is an adjective.

Where does the word “Monterey” come from?

The word “Monterey” comes from Spanish. From the Californian city Monterey, itself borrowed from Spanish Monterrey ("mountain of the king"), from monte ("mountain") + rey ("king").

Is “Monterey” a common word?

“Monterey” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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