doghouse
word
Definition
A small shelter or house where a dog sleeps or stays outside. Sometimes used figuratively to mean someone is in trouble or out of favor.
Usage & Nuances
Literal use: refers to a physical shelter for a dog, often outdoors. Idiomatically: 'in the doghouse' means someone (often a man in relationships) is in trouble or disfavor, especially with their partner. Don't confuse with 'kennel' (for many dogs or professional use).
Spanish: caseta (de perro) - caseta para perrosPortuguese (BR): casinha de cachorroPortuguese (PT): casota (de cão)Chinese (Simplified): 狗窝 - 狗屋Chinese (Traditional): 狗屋 - 狗窩Hindi: कुत्ते का घरArabic: بيت الكلبBengali: কুকুরের ঘরRussian: будкаJapanese: 犬小屋Vietnamese: nhà chóKorean: 개집Turkish: köpek kulübesiUrdu: کتا گھرIndonesian: rumah anjing
Example Sentences
Our dog sleeps in his doghouse at night.
basic
I painted the doghouse blue.
basic
The doghouse is in the backyard.
basic
After he forgot their anniversary, he was really in the doghouse.
natural
You’d better fix the doghouse before it rains again.
natural
"She bought the biggest doghouse I’ve ever seen!" said John.
natural