porch

porch

英汉词典

noun:

1. an entrance to a building enclosed by a roof and walls
2. an open sheltered area along the outside of a house, often enclosed with a railing or balustrade

adjective:

1. relating to or suitable for a porch

词语辨析：

porch vs veranda: A porch is typically a structure that is attached to the front of a house and may have a roof. A veranda is a long, open structure that runs along the outside of a building, usually with a roof and a railing.

词汇扩充：

porch swing (n.): a bench suspended from chains or ropes on which a person may sit and swing back and forth

近义词：

veranda, stoop, deck

反义词：

interior, inside

Collins Dictionary

noun: A porch is a sheltered area at the entrance to a building.

Oxford Dictionary

noun: A covered shelter projecting in front of the entrance of a building.

用法

The family sat on the porch, enjoying the cool evening breeze.

例句：

1. We sat on the porch and watched the sunset.
2. She likes to decorate the porch with flowers in the spring.
3. The porch light automatically turns on when it gets dark.
4. He built a swing for the porch so they could relax outside.
5. They often gather on the porch to chat and drink tea.
6. The porch of the old house was in need of repair.
7. She leaned against the porch railing and watched the world go by.
8. They enjoyed breakfast on the porch, listening to the birds sing.
9. The cat likes to nap on the porch in the sun.
10. The porch was decorated with pumpkins for Halloween.
11. They sat on the porch swing, talking and laughing together.
12. The rain pattered on the porch roof, creating a relaxing sound.
13. He fixed the broken steps leading up to the porch.
14. She swept the leaves off the porch every morning.
15. They installed a ceiling fan on the porch to keep cool in the summer.
16. The porch provided a peaceful place to read and unwind.
17. They set up a table and chairs on the porch for outdoor meals.
18. He painted the porch railing a bright blue color.
19. The children played games on the porch while the adults talked inside.
20. She would often sit on the porch swing, lost in thought.