Cool MateMeaning of Roof
In simple words: The top part of a building that covers it.
Roof in a sentence
- The roof of the house needs to be repaired before winter.
- They climbed to the roof to enjoy the view of the city.
- During the storm, the roof leaked, causing water damage inside.
- We put a new roof on the garage last summer.
- He had to replace the roof after the heavy snowfall melted.
How to use Roof
Commonly used in everyday conversation about houses and buildings. It's appropriate in both written and spoken English, but might be less formal in technical contexts, like architecture.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'roof' as a 'roof-Top' that protects you from rain.
Related words
Collocations with Roof
Opposites of Roof
Common mistakes with Roof
- Confused with 'roofs' as a singular form.
- Using 'roof' when referring to the ceiling inside a building.
- Mispronouncing it as 'ruff'.
Roof appears in
Roof in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
سقف
الجزء العلوي من المبنى الذي يغطيه.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ছাদ
একটি বাড়ির উপরের আচ্ছাদন।
- GermanDeutsch
Dach
Der obere Teil eines Gebäudes, der es bedeckt.
- SpanishEspañol
Techo
La parte superior de un edificio que lo cubre.
- Persianفارسی
سقف
قسمت بالایی ساختمان که آن را میپوشاند.
- FrenchFrançais
Toit
La partie supérieure d'un bâtiment qui le recouvre.
- Hindiहिन्दी
छत
किसी इमारत का ऊपरी हिस्सा जो उसे ढकती है।
- ItalianItaliano
Tetto
La parte superiore di un edificio che lo copre.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Telhado
A parte de cima de um prédio que o cobre.
- RussianРусский
Крыша
Верхняя часть здания, которая его покрывает.
- Urduاردو
چھت
عمارت کا وہ حصہ جو اسے اوپر سے ڈھانپتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
屋顶
建筑物的顶部部分，起到覆盖的作用。
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Frequently asked questions about Roof
What does Roof mean?
The top part of a building that covers it.
What is the definition of Roof?
the structure that covers or forms the top of a building or vehicle
How do you use Roof in a sentence?
The roof of the house needs to be repaired before winter.
Can you give another example of Roof?
They climbed to the roof to enjoy the view of the city.
What are synonyms for Roof?
Common alternatives include canopy, cover, ceiling, top.
What is the opposite of Roof?
Opposite meanings include floor.
What words go with Roof?
It commonly pairs with conical, flat, gabled, support, cover, slope, cave in, collapse, space, covering, slate, in a/the roof, on a/the roof, under your roof, under one roof, under the same roof.
What are common mistakes when using Roof?
Confused with 'roofs' as a singular form. Using 'roof' when referring to the ceiling inside a building. Mispronouncing it as 'ruff'.
How do you pronounce Roof?
US: /["/ruːf/"]/, UK: /["/ruːf/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Roof?
Commonly used in everyday conversation about houses and buildings. It's appropriate in both written and spoken English, but might be less formal in technical contexts, like architecture.
What CEFR level is Roof?
"Roof" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.