office
word
/ˈɔfɪs/
AW-fis
/ˈɒfɪs/
OF-is
Definition
A place where people work, usually to do business or administrative tasks. It can also mean a room or building used for official activities.
Usage & Nuances
Common in both formal and informal contexts. Often combined with adjectives like 'main office', 'head office', or 'home office'. Don't confuse with 'office' as a verb (to hold office).
Spanish: oficina - despachoPortuguese (BR): escritórioPortuguese (PT): escritórioChinese (Simplified): 办公室Chinese (Traditional): 辦公室Hindi: कार्यालयArabic: مكتبBengali: অফিসRussian: офисJapanese: オフィス - 事務所Vietnamese: văn phòngKorean: 사무실Turkish: ofisUrdu: دفترIndonesian: kantor
Example Sentences
She works in an office downtown.
basic
The office opens at 9 AM every day.
basic
He left his bag in the office.
basic
I’ll be at the office late today, busy with a big project.
natural
We need to fix the air conditioner in the office; it’s too hot in here.
natural
She just got promoted and now has a bigger office with a nice view.
natural