C1noun 3K

Chamber

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈtʃeɪmbə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈtʃeɪmbər/"]/

Meaning of Chamber

a hall in a public building that is used for formal meetings

In simple words: A room or space, often used for a specific purpose.

Chamber in a sentence

• The chamber was filled with ornate decorations that showcased the history of the castle.
• In the conference, the leaders gathered in the main chamber to discuss important matters.
• The heart has four chambers that play a crucial role in pumping blood.
• He was sentenced to a life in the chamber of horrors for his crimes.
• The therapist's chamber was a safe space for clients to share their thoughts openly.
• The artist spent hours in his chamber working on the new masterpiece.
• Her voice echoed in the empty chamber as she practiced her speech.
• The legislative chamber debated the new bill for hours before voting was conducted.
• In ancient times, a chamber could refer to a room designated for a specific purpose, like sleeping or meeting.
• The chamber of commerce works to promote local businesses and improve the economy.

How to use Chamber

Commonly used in formal contexts like law ('court chamber') and architecture. Less common in casual conversation. Avoid using 'chamber' when referring to regular rooms unless specifying a type.

Grammar pattern

chamber + noun (e.g., 'chamber music', 'chamber of commerce')

Memory hint

Think of a 'chamber' as a magical room where secrets are held.

Related words

Collocations with Chamber

• grand
• great
• large
• in a/​the chamber
• lower
• upper
• first
• chamber of commerce
• dark
• darkened
• private
• enter
• seal
• door
• dark
• darkened
• private
• enter
• seal
• door

Synonyms for Chamber

• room
• hall
• suite
• cell
• section

Opposites of Chamber

• open space
• outdoor
• exterior

Common mistakes with Chamber

• Using 'chamber' in place of 'room' for general use
• Confusing 'chamber' with similar sounding words like 'chamberlain'
• Mispronouncing the word as 'cham-ber' instead of 'chaym-ber'

Frequently asked questions about Chamber

What does Chamber mean?

A room or space, often used for a specific purpose.

What is the definition of Chamber?

a hall in a public building that is used for formal meetings

How do you use Chamber in a sentence?

The chamber was filled with ornate decorations that showcased the history of the castle.

Can you give another example of Chamber?

In the conference, the leaders gathered in the main chamber to discuss important matters.

What are synonyms for Chamber?

Common alternatives include room, hall, suite, cell, section.

What is the opposite of Chamber?

Opposite meanings include open space, outdoor, exterior.

What words go with Chamber?

It commonly pairs with grand, great, large, in a/​the chamber, lower, upper, first, chamber of commerce, dark, darkened, private, enter, seal, door, dark, darkened, private, enter, seal, door.

What are common mistakes when using Chamber?

Using 'chamber' in place of 'room' for general use Confusing 'chamber' with similar sounding words like 'chamberlain' Mispronouncing the word as 'cham-ber' instead of 'chaym-ber'

How do you pronounce Chamber?

US: /["/ˈtʃeɪmbər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈtʃeɪmbə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Chamber?

Commonly used in formal contexts like law ('court chamber') and architecture. Less common in casual conversation. Avoid using 'chamber' when referring to regular rooms unless specifying a type.

What CEFR level is Chamber?

"Chamber" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.