rugs
word · lemma: rug
Definition
Rugs are thick pieces of material, usually woven or tufted, used to cover parts of a floor to add comfort, decoration, or warmth.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in homes and offices; usually smaller than wall-to-wall carpets. Collocates: 'area rugs', 'throw rugs'. Do not confuse with 'carpet' (which often covers an entire floor).
Spanish: alfombrasPortuguese (BR): tapetesPortuguese (PT): tapetesChinese (Simplified): 地毯Chinese (Traditional): 地毯Hindi: गलीचेArabic: سجادBengali: গালিচা - ছোট কার্পেটRussian: коврыJapanese: ラグ - 敷物Vietnamese: thảm trải sànKorean: 러그 - 깔개Turkish: kilim - halı (küçük boyutlu)Urdu: قالین - دریIndonesian: karpet - permadani
Example Sentences
She bought two new rugs for the living room.
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The children like to sit on the rugs and play games.
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Please shake out the rugs outside to remove the dust.
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Those colorful rugs really brighten up the whole place.
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We swap out the rugs every season to change the vibe.
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You can find handmade rugs at the market on Sundays.
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