stairwell
word
/ˈstɛɹˌwɛɫ/
/stˈeəwɛl/
Definition
A stairwell is the shaft or vertical space in a building that contains a staircase, usually connecting different floors.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both formal and informal contexts, common in architectural and safety discussions. Not to be confused with 'stairs' (the steps themselves); 'stairwell' refers to the whole enclosed space. Often used in phrases like 'fire escape stairwell' or 'dark stairwell'.
Spanish: pozo de la escaleraPortuguese (BR): poço da escadaPortuguese (PT): poço das escadasChinese (Simplified): 楼梯间Chinese (Traditional): 樓梯間Hindi: सीढ़ीघरArabic: بئر السلمBengali: সিঁড়িঘরRussian: лестничная клеткаJapanese: 階段室Vietnamese: cầu thang bộKorean: 계단실Turkish: merdiven boşluğuUrdu: سیڑھی خانہIndonesian: ruang tangga
Example Sentences
Please do not leave trash in the stairwell.
basic
The fire exit is in the stairwell.
basic
He cleaned the stairwell every Saturday.
basic
She heard someone singing in the stairwell late at night.
natural
The echo in the stairwell made every sound louder.
natural
Let’s meet in the stairwell—it’s quieter there.
natural