nook
word
Definition
A small, quiet, or hidden corner or space, often used for reading, relaxing, or storing things.
Usage & Nuances
'Nook' is usually informal and often appears as 'cozy nook,' 'reading nook,' or 'hidden nook.' It refers to a pleasant, quiet spot, not just any corner. Do not confuse with 'cranny,' which is even smaller or more hidden.
Spanish: rincón - escondrijoPortuguese (BR): cantinho - recantoPortuguese (PT): cantinho - recantoChinese (Simplified): 角落 - 隐蔽处Chinese (Traditional): 角落 - 隱蔽處Hindi: कोना - छिपा हुआ स्थानArabic: زاوية - مكان مخفيBengali: কোণ - গোপন স্থানRussian: укромный уголок - нишаJapanese: 隅（すみ） - こじんまりした場所Vietnamese: góc nhỏ - góc yên tĩnhKorean: 아늑한 구석 - 작은 공간Turkish: kuşet - köşeUrdu: کونا - گوشہIndonesian: sudut nyaman - pojok
Example Sentences
Every nook and cranny of the house was cleaned for the festival.
natural
I put a chair in the nook by the window.
basic
The kitten sleeps in a warm nook in the kitchen.
basic
There is a small nook behind the bookshelf.
basic
She loves reading in her favorite nook every evening.
natural
Let’s find a quiet nook to talk in private.
natural