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Palace

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈpæləs/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈpæləs/"]/

Meaning of Palace

the official home of a king, queen, president, etc.

In simple words: A large, impressive building where royalty lives.

Palace in a sentence

• The king and queen live in a magnificent palace.
• Tourists flock to see the famous palace every year.
• The palace was built in the 18th century and is a popular tourist attraction.
• Inside the palace, there are beautiful gardens and art galleries.
• The palace serves as a symbol of the nation's history and culture.

How to use Palace

Used often when talking about royal residences or important historical buildings. Generally not appropriate for everyday homes or non-royal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of ‘palace’ as a ‘place’ for a ‘pal’ who is a king or queen.

Related words

Collocations with Palace

• ancient
• 14th-century
• etc.
• build
• live in
• stand
• complex
• compound
• courtyard
• at a/​the palace
• in a/​the palace
• ancient
• 14th-century
• etc.
• build
• live in
• stand
• complex
• compound
• courtyard
• at a/​the palace
• in a/​the palace
• ancient
• 14th-century
• etc.
• build
• live in
• stand
• complex
• compound
• courtyard
• at a/​the palace
• in a/​the palace

Synonyms for Palace

• castle
• manor
• chateau
• fortress
• residence

Opposites of Palace

• barracks
• hovel
• shack

Common mistakes with Palace

• Confused with 'mansion' — a palace is usually more grand.
• Used inappropriately for small buildings.
• Mistakenly using the plural 'palaces' as a synonym for 'mansions'.

Frequently asked questions about Palace

What does Palace mean?

A large, impressive building where royalty lives.

What is the definition of Palace?

the official home of a king, queen, president, etc.

How do you use Palace in a sentence?

The king and queen live in a magnificent palace.

Can you give another example of Palace?

Tourists flock to see the famous palace every year.

What are synonyms for Palace?

Common alternatives include castle, manor, chateau, fortress, residence.

What is the opposite of Palace?

Opposite meanings include barracks, hovel, shack.

What words go with Palace?

It commonly pairs with ancient, 14th-century, etc., build, live in, stand, complex, compound, courtyard, at a/​the palace, in a/​the palace, ancient, 14th-century, etc., build, live in, stand, complex, compound, courtyard, at a/​the palace, in a/​the palace, ancient, 14th-century, etc., build, live in, stand, complex, compound, courtyard, at a/​the palace, in a/​the palace.

What are common mistakes when using Palace?

Confused with 'mansion' — a palace is usually more grand. Used inappropriately for small buildings. Mistakenly using the plural 'palaces' as a synonym for 'mansions'.

How do you pronounce Palace?

US: /["/ˈpæləs/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpæləs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Palace?

Used often when talking about royal residences or important historical buildings. Generally not appropriate for everyday homes or non-royal contexts.

What CEFR level is Palace?

"Palace" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.