furniture

word

/ˈfɝnɪtʃɝ/
FUR-ni-chur
/fˈɜːnɪtʃɐ/
FUR-ni-chuh

Definition

Furniture is the large movable items in a room or building, such as chairs, tables, beds, and sofas, that people use for sitting, sleeping, working, or storage.

Usage & Nuances

Usually an uncountable noun: say 'some furniture' or 'a piece of furniture,' not 'furnitures.' Common collocations include 'office furniture,' 'wooden furniture,' 'outdoor furniture,' and 'move furniture.'

Example Sentences

Most of the furniture came assembled, which saved us a lot of time.

natural

I love the apartment, but the furniture feels a bit outdated.

natural

We bought new furniture for the living room.

basic

This shop sells wooden furniture.

basic

There is not much furniture in my room.

basic

We’re still waiting for our furniture to arrive after the move.

natural