Thatched Meaning in English
word · lemma: thatch
ˈθætʃt
THATCHT
θˈætʃt
THATCHT
Definition
Describes a roof or building that is covered with straw, reeds, or similar plant material, often seen in traditional houses.
Usage & Nuances
'Thatched' almost always describes roofs, especially in rural, historic, or picturesque settings. The phrase 'thatched cottage' is common. Not used for modern buildings.
Spanish: de paja - techado de pajaPortuguese (BR): de palha - coberto de palhaPortuguese (PT): de colmo - coberto de colmoChinese (Simplified): 茅草覆盖的 - 用茅草盖的Chinese (Traditional): 茅草覆蓋的 - 用茅草蓋的Hindi: फूस से छपा - फूस का (छप्पर)Arabic: مسقوف بالقش - مصنوع من القشBengali: খড়ের ছাউনি দেওয়াRussian: соломенный (о крыше)Japanese: 藁ぶきVietnamese: lợp tranh - lợp lá - mái rơmKorean: 초가 지붕의Turkish: saman çatılı - saz çatılıUrdu: کھجوروں کی چھت والا - گھاس پھوس کی چھت والاIndonesian: atap jerami - beratap rumbia
Example Sentences
The house has a thatched roof.
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We visited a thatched cottage in the countryside.
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Many old buildings here are still thatched.
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I love the look of thatched cottages—they feel so cozy and charming.
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The old pub down the lane still has its original thatched roof.
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During the festival, you can watch people repair the thatched roofs by hand.
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