porch

noun
UK: /pɔːtʃ/
US: /pɔːrtʃ/

  1. A covered area in front of the entrance to a building.

    1. We sat on the porch and watched the rain fall.
    2. The old house had a wide porch perfect for relaxing in the evenings.

  2. A veranda or gallery attached to a building, often at the front.

    1. They decorated the porch with lights for the holidays.
    2. The house boasts a spacious porch where one can enjoy the morning sun.

Synonyms

veranda stoop patio deck

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "porch" in English means: A covered area in front of the entrance to a building., A veranda or gallery attached to a building, often at the front..

The phonetic transcription of "porch" is /pɔːtʃ/ in British English and /pɔːrtʃ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "porch": veranda, stoop, patio, deck.

Example usage of "porch": "We sat on the porch and watched the rain fall.". More examples on the page.