ledge
word
/ˈɫɛdʒ/
lej
/lˈɛdʒ/
lej
Definition
A ledge is a narrow, flat surface that sticks out from a wall, cliff, or other surface; it can also refer to a shelf-like edge, often on buildings or rocks.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for architectural, natural, and safety contexts: 'window ledge,' 'rock ledge.' Not to be confused with 'ledge' (ledger, accounting), which is unrelated. Used both literally and for small, protruding surfaces.
Spanish: cornisa - salientePortuguese (BR): beiral - saliênciaPortuguese (PT): beiral - saliênciaChinese (Simplified): 窗台 - 岩架Chinese (Traditional): 窗臺 - 巖架Hindi: किनारा (मलबे या पत्थर का उभरा भाग)Arabic: حافة (بارزة)Bengali: উপবৃন্ত - কার্নিশRussian: выступ - карнизJapanese: 棚（たな） - 出っ張りVietnamese: gờ - mép nhô raKorean: 선반 - 턱Turkish: çıkıntı - pervazUrdu: چھجہ - کنارIndonesian: ambang - tonjolan
Example Sentences
A small ledge ran along the side of the cliff.
basic
Please don't leave your cup on the ledge.
basic
He balanced carefully on the narrow ledge to fix the sign.
natural
There's a bird building a nest on the bathroom ledge.
natural
I almost tripped over the ledge at the bottom of the stairs.
natural
The cat sat on the ledge outside the window.
basic