Từ vựng IELTS Writing & Speaking chủ đề HOUSES/ APARTMENTS

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Các loại nhà ở, nơi ở – Accommodation/ Houses 

1, Studio apartment  /ˈstud·iˌoʊ əˌpɑrt·mənt/

• Định nghĩa: an apartment with only one room, a bathroom, and a kitchen area
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: căn hộ nhỏ chỉ có duy nhất một phòng
• Ví dụ: I am looking for a studio apartment near my office.

2, Basement apartment /ˈbeɪsmənt əˈpɑːtmənt/

• Định nghĩa: an apartment located below street level, underneath another structure – usually an apartment building, but possibly a house or a business.
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: căn hộ tầng hầm
• Ví dụ: Basement apartments were submerged in the flood.

3,Semi-detached house /ˌsemidɪˈtætʃt haʊs/

• Định nghĩa: A house that is semi-detached is one that is joined to another similar house on only one side
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà song lập
• Ví dụ: It is located in the back garden of an existing semi-detached house and is partially buried in the ground.

4, Detached house /dɪˈtæʧt haʊs/

• Định nghĩa: a house that is not joined to any other house
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà biệt lập
• Ví dụ: A large detached house is surrounded by a garden

5, Penthouse /ˈpenthaʊs/

• Định nghĩa: an expensive apartment or set of rooms at the top of a hotel or tall building
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: căn hộ nằm trên cùng của toà nhà lớn
• Ví dụ: This artist is staying in a penthouse in New York.

6, Villa /ˈvɪlə/

• Định nghĩa: a house, usually in the countryside or near the sea, especially in southern Europe, and often one that people can rent for a holiday
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: biệt thự
• Ví dụ: They rented a villa in Hoi An to stay on vacation.

7, Townhouse /ˈtaʊnhaʊs/

• Định nghĩa: a house that is joined to another house
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà phố
• Ví dụ: It was built in the style of a substantial timber-framed townhouse.

8, Dormitory /ˈdɔːmətri/

• Định nghĩa: a large room containing many beds, for example in a boarding school
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: ký túc xá
• Ví dụ: My best friend and I met each other in our university dormitory.

9, Bedsit /ˈbedsɪt/

• Định nghĩa: a rented room that has a bed, table, chairs, and somewhere to cook in it
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: phòng trọ
• Ví dụ: I have to move to a bedsit due to unemployment.

10, Cottage /ˈkɒtɪdʒ/

• Định nghĩa: a small house, usually in the countryside
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà tranh/ nhà ở vùng nông thôn
• Ví dụ: My best friend lives in a cottage in England’s countryside. 

11, Show house /ʃəʊ haʊs/

• Định nghĩa: a new house or apartment that has been decorated and filled with furniture to show buyers what similar homes might be like when people are living in them
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà mô phỏng
• Ví dụ: Of the 12 homes, including the show house, released in the first phase of the development, two have sold already.

12, Skyscraper /ˈskaɪˌskreɪ.pər/

• Định nghĩa: a very tall modern building, usually in a city
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà chọc trời
• Ví dụ: The restaurant is at the top of one of the big downtown skyscrapers.

13, Stilt house /stilt haʊs/

• Định nghĩa:  one of a set of long pieces of wood or metal used to support a building so that it is above the ground or above wateror a body of water.
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà sàn
• Ví dụ: The houses are built on stilts to protect them from the annual floods.

14, Bungalow /ˈbʌŋɡələʊ/

• Định nghĩa: a house that usually has only one storey (= level), sometimes with a smaller upper storey set in the roof and windows that come out from the roof
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà gỗ một tầng
• Ví dụ: We stayed in a wooden bungalow during our last vacation.

15, Two-floor house /tuː-flɔː haʊs /

• Định nghĩa: a residential building that has two floors
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà hai tầng
• Ví dụ: At their next meeting he got rid of their two-storey wall of window.

16, High-rise building /’haiˌraiz ‘bildiŋ/

• Định nghĩa: a tall modern building with many floors
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà cao tầng
• Ví dụ: She lives in a high-rise overlooking the river.

17, Run-down building /rʌn-daʊn ˈbɪldɪŋ/

• Định nghĩa: in very bad condition; that has not been taken care of synonym neglect
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: tòa nhà xuống cấp, tòa nhà đổ nát
• Ví dụ: The music video features all band members performing in an old, run-down house.

18, Houseboat /’haʊs bəʊt/

• Định nghĩa: a boat that people use as their home, often kept in one place on a river or canal
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà thuyền
• Ví dụ: After all, one cannot move one’s house, but if a houseboat is sound it ought to be movable.

19, Courtyard house /ˈkɔːt.jɑːd haʊs/ 

• Định nghĩa: a type of house—often a large house—where the main part of the building is disposed around a central courtyard.
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà có sân
• Ví dụ: A traditional courtyard house in China features a central open-air courtyard surrounded by living spaces.

20, Beachfront house /ˈbiːtʃ.frʌnt thaʊs / 

• Định nghĩa: a house on or near a beach, sometimes used as a vacation or second home for people who commute to the house on weekends or during vacation periods.
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà ven biển
• Ví dụ: A charming beachfront house with panoramic ocean views and direct access to the sandy shores

21, Duplex apartment /ˈdjuːpleks əˈpɑːtmənt/

• Định nghĩa: two units in a building that are either side-by-side or stacked vertically. If the units are side-by-side, they will share a common wall.
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà chung tường với nhà bên / nhà thông tầng
• Ví dụ: According to a state police affidavit, a week before the shooting, Kaylor and his family − who live in a duplex apartment above the victims – accused Devin Smith of indecent exposure.

Tính từ về chỗ ở – Adjectives to describe houses/ accommodation

1, homey  /ˈhəʊ.mi/

• Định nghĩa: pleasant and comfortable
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: như ở nhà, ấm cúng
• Ví dụ: It’s a small hotel with a homey atmosphere.

2, spacious /ˈspeɪ.ʃəs/

• Định nghĩa: large and with a lot of space
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: rộng rãi
• Ví dụ: The home was attractively furnished and had a spacious hall, sitting room, television lounge, conservatory and dining room.

3, roomy /ˈruː.mi/

• Định nghĩa: If something such as a house or car is roomy, it has a lot of space inside it.
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: rộng rãi (có nhiều không gian chứa đựng đồ vật, người)
• Ví dụ: The best thing for those who work in the mines is that they should have good roomy airways.

4, messy /ˈmes.i/

• Định nghĩa: untidy
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: bẩn thỉu, luộm thuộm
• Ví dụ: Vicky is a really good cook but she’s messy.

5, stuffy /ˈstʌf.i/

• Định nghĩa: A stuffy room or building is unpleasant because it has no fresh air
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: ngột ngạt
• Ví dụ: It’s really hot and stuffy in here – let’s open the window.

6, warm and cozy /wɔːm ənd ˈkəʊzi/

• Định nghĩa: comfortable and pleasant, especially (of a building) because of being small and warm
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: ấm cúng
• Ví dụ: This room is warm and cosy in the winter.

7, coastal /ˈkəʊ.stəl/

• Định nghĩa: positioned on, or relating to the coast
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: ven biển
• Ví dụ: This study demonstrates that careful adaptation to sea level rise can reduce the cost of coastal impacts dramatically.

8, vibrant /ˈvaɪ.brənt/  = dynamic /daɪˈnæm.ɪk/

• Định nghĩa: energetic, exciting, and full of enthusiasm
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: náo nhiệt
• Ví dụ: The hope is that this area will develop into a vibrant commercial centre.

9, serene /səˈriːn/ = tranquil /ˈtræŋ.kwɪl /

• Định nghĩa: peaceful and calm; worried by nothing
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: yên tĩnh
• Ví dụ: Her eyes were closed and she looked very serene.

10, neat and tidy (idiom)

• Định nghĩa: clean and organized
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: gọn gàng
• Ví dụ: If it’s a small office, keep the place neat and tidy as everything will be open for all clients

11, fully-furnished /ˈfʊli-ˈfɜːnɪʃt /

• Định nghĩa: containing furniture or containing furniture of a particular type
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: đầy đủ nội thất
• Ví dụ: She’s looking for a furnished flat/apartment.

12, derelict /ˈder.ə.lɪkt/

• Định nghĩa: Derelict buildings or places are not cared for and are in bad condition
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: xuống cấp trầm trọng
• Ví dụ: The theatre has been left to stand/lie derelict.

13, reasonable  /ˈriː.zən.ə.bəl/

• Định nghĩa: not too expensive
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: hợp lý, phải chăng
• Ví dụ: Tomatoes are very reasonable at this time of year.

14, comfortable /ˈkʌm.fə.tə.bəl/

• Định nghĩa: Comfortable furniture and clothes provide a pleasant feeling and do not give you any physical problems
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: thoải mái
• Ví dụ: One may object that people can live in fairly comfortable economic conditions but have no income or suffer from insufficient housing.

15, ample /ˈæm.pəl/

• Định nghĩa: generous or more than adequate in size, scope, or capacity
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: rộng rãi
• Ví dụ: Ample free parking is available.

16, luxurious /lʌɡˈʒʊə.ri.əs/

• Định nghĩa: very comfortable and expensive
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: sang trọng
• Ví dụ: They have a very luxurious house.

17, peaceful  /ˈpiːs.fəl/

• Định nghĩa: without violence
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: yên bình
• Ví dụ: She hoped the different ethnic groups in the area could live together in peaceful co-existence.

18, secure  /sɪˈkjʊər/

• Định nghĩa: A secure place is one that it is difficult to get out of or escape from
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: an toàn, chắc chắn
• Ví dụ: He killed the man just a month after his release from a secure psychiatric hospital.

19, minimalist /ˈmɪn.ɪ.məl.ɪst/

• Định nghĩa: belonging or relating to a style in art, design, and theatre that uses the smallest range of materials and colours possible, and only very simple shapes or forms
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: tối giản
• Ví dụ: The set for the ballet is minimalist – white walls and a chair.

Một số cụm động từ, danh từ mô tả chỗ ở 

1, Be surrounded by a lush and vibrant landscape

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: được bao quanh bởi phong cảnh sống động
• Ví dụ: You would be surrounded by a lush and vibrant landscape of rolling hills and lush green forests. 

2, Lead a minimalist lifestyle 

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: có lối sống tối giản
• Ví dụ: He leads a minimalist lifestyle, owning only a few essential possessions and focusing on experiences over material possessions.

3, A light and airy bedroom 

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: một phòng ngủ thoáng đãng và dễ chịu.
• Ví dụ: My new apartment has a light and airy bedroom, with large windows that let in plenty of natural sunlight.

4, A spacious balcony looking out a garden 

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: một ban công rộng rãi hướng ra khu vườn.
• Ví dụ: I love sitting on the spacious balcony, looking out the beautiful garden and enjoying the fresh air.

5, Leafy garden views from most rooms 

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: khung cảnh vườn đầy lá nhìn thấy từ hầu hết các phỏng
• Ví dụ: Their new house has leafy garden views from most rooms, creating a refreshing and serene ambiance.

6, An air-conditioned living room 

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: phòng khách có máy lạnh
• Ví dụ:  It’s so hot outside, let’s retreat to the air-conditioned living room for some cool comfort.

7, Spacious balcony looking out a garden

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: Một ban công rộng rãi nhìn ra khu vườn.
• Ví dụ: I enjoy spending time on the spacious balcony, looking out at the garden and enjoying the fresh air.

8, In the heart of the city

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: Ở trung tâm của thành phố.
• Ví dụ: Their apartment is conveniently located in the heart of the city, close to all the major attractions.

9, A lot of hustle and bustle

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: Sự ồn ào và hối hả trong cuộc sống.
• Ví dụ: Living in the city can be overwhelming with a lot of hustle and bustle, but some people thrive in that environment.

10, Original bathrooms with baths and showers

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: phòng tắm nguyên bản với bồn tắm và vòi sen
• Ví dụ: The old house they bought still has its original bathrooms with baths and showers, giving it a charming vintage feel.

11, Do up an old house 

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: tân trang một ngôi nhà cũ.
• Ví dụ: They decided to do up an old house with modern touches, transforming it into a stylish and comfortable home.

12, To get on the property ladder

• Định nghĩa: to buy a property with the aim of buying another bigger or more expensive one later in life.
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: tích cóp tài sản
• Ví dụ: when I’m turning 25, I would like to settle down and get on the property ladder.

13, Mod cons (noun) (informal)

• Định nghĩa: technology at home that makes jobs easier such as a washing machine, dishwasher.
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: những tiện nghi hiện đại.
• Ví dụ: The house is equipped with mod cons, which can make people’ lives more comfortable.

14, In the proximity of something 

• Định nghĩa: the state of being near in space or time
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: gần
• Ví dụ: The best thing about the location of the house is its proximity to the town centre.

15, Eat-in kitchen with modern appliances

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: nhà bếp có khu vực ăn và trang bị các thiết bị hiện đại.
• Ví dụ: Their new house has an eat-in kitchen with modern appliances, making it a perfect space for family meals.

16, Equip /ɪˈkwɪp/ (verb)

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: trang bị
• Ví dụ: The new office is well-equipped with the latest technology and amenities.

17, Move in (place) (verb) 

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: chuyển đến (địa điểm)
• Ví dụ: They decided to move in to the city to be closer to their workplace.

18, Settle down (verb)

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: ổn định
• Ví dụ: After years of traveling, she finally decided to settle down and start a family.

19, Afford to do sth (verb)

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: có đủ tiền để trang trải/ mua cái gì
• Ví dụ: With their new jobs, they can now afford to go on a dream vacation.

20, Take out a mortgage

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: đưa ra thế chấp
• Ví dụ: They had to take out a mortgage to buy their first house.

21, Pay rent in advance

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: trả tiền thuê trước
• Ví dụ: In some rental agreements, tenants may need to pay rent in advance for the first few months.

22, Steps to (place)

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: gần với (địa điểm)
• Ví dụ: The apartment is just steps to the beach, offering stunning ocean views.

23, Offer a lifestyle of absolute convenience

• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: mang đến một phong cách sống tiện lợi tuyệt đối
• Ví dụ: The new condominium complex offers a lifestyle of absolute convenience with its proximity to shopping centers and public transportation.

Thành ngữ về chỗ ở – Idioms about accommodation

1, There is no place like home

• Định nghĩa: to have an affinity for one’s home over every other place.
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: (tục ngữ) không đâu bằng nhà mình.
• Ví dụ: After a long trip, she finally returned to her hometown, realizing that there is no place like home.

2, Home sweet home

• Định nghĩa: used as an expression of one’s pleasure or relief at being in or returning to one’s own home.
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: ngôi nhà ngọt ngào.
• Ví dụ: As they walked through the door of their newly purchased house, they said to each other, “Home sweet home.”

3, Run home to mama 

• Định nghĩa: to abandon something or pursuit and return to one’s home and family of origin.
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: trở về nơi an toàn (thường được sử dụng trong trường hợp bạn bỏ cuộc một điều gì đó quan trọng như hôn nhân)
• Ví dụ: After the breakup, he ran home to mama, seeking comfort and support from his family.

4, Close to home 

• Định nghĩa: affecting someone personally, typically in a way that makes them feel unsettled or uncomfortable.
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: cảm giác khó chịu hoặc xấu hổ khi liên quan đến một điều gì đó
• Ví dụ: The criticism she received about her performance hit close to home, and she felt hurt and embarrassed.

5, A home away from home 

• Định nghĩa: a place where you feel as comfortable as you do in your own home
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: một nơi cảm thấy thân quen, gắn kết như ở nhà (ngôi nhà thứ 2)
• Ví dụ: The hotel was a real home away from home.

6, Eaten out of house and home 

• Định nghĩa: to eat a lot of the food someone has in other houses
• Nghĩa Tiếng Việt: ăn hết thức ăn ở nhà ai đó
• Ví dụ: My two boys were eating me out of house and home, and it was impossible to fit everything in our combined fridge-freezer. 

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