garage

word

/ɡɝˈɑʒ/
guh-RAHZH
/ɡˈæɹɪdʒ/
GA-rij

Definition

A garage is usually a building or covered space where a car is kept. It can also mean a place where cars are repaired.

Usage & Nuances

Most often, 'garage' means the place at a home where you park a car. In British English, it can also commonly mean a gas station or repair shop in some contexts. Common combinations: 'park in the garage', 'garage door', 'two-car garage'.

Example Sentences

We keep our bikes in the garage.

basic

His car is in the garage for repairs.

basic

Please close the garage door.

basic

I think I left my toolbox out in the garage.

natural

Can you move your stuff? I need to park in the garage.

natural

The garage down the street said they can fix it by tomorrow.

natural