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UK//ˈbʊkʃɛlf//US//ˈbʊkʃɛlf//

Meaning of Bookshelf

A piece of furniture with horizontal shelves for storing books.

In simple words: A piece of furniture with shelves for holding books.

Bookshelf in a sentence

  • I organized all my novels on the bookshelf.
  • The new bookshelf fits perfectly in my home office.
  • She bought a vintage bookshelf at the flea market.
  • The bookshelf was overflowing with children's books.

How to use Bookshelf

Used in everyday language when discussing furniture or organization of books. Not typically used in very formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'book shelf' where your books have a comfy home.

Related words

Collocations with Bookshelf

  • wooden bookshelf
  • filled bookshelf
  • bookshelf space
  • wall-mounted bookshelf
  • bookshelf layout

Synonyms for Bookshelf

  • bookcase
  • shelf
  • book rack
  • library shelf
  • reading shelf

Common mistakes with Bookshelf

  • Confused with 'bookcase', thinking they're the same.
  • Forget to use the plural form when referring to multiple shelves.

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Frequently asked questions about Bookshelf

What does Bookshelf mean?

A piece of furniture with shelves for holding books.

What is the definition of Bookshelf?

A piece of furniture with horizontal shelves for storing books.

How do you use Bookshelf in a sentence?

I organized all my novels on the bookshelf.

Can you give another example of Bookshelf?

The new bookshelf fits perfectly in my home office.

What are synonyms for Bookshelf?

Common alternatives include bookcase, shelf, book rack, library shelf, reading shelf.

What words go with Bookshelf?

It commonly pairs with wooden bookshelf, filled bookshelf, bookshelf space, wall-mounted bookshelf, bookshelf layout.

What are common mistakes when using Bookshelf?

Confused with 'bookcase', thinking they're the same. Forget to use the plural form when referring to multiple shelves.

How do you pronounce Bookshelf?

US: //ˈbʊkʃɛlf//, UK: //ˈbʊkʃɛlf//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Bookshelf?

Used in everyday language when discussing furniture or organization of books. Not typically used in very formal contexts.