# bungalow

/ˈbəŋɡəˌɫoʊ/ (US) · /bˈʌŋɡɐlˌəʊ/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/bungalow
Updated: 2026-05-04

## Definition

a small house with only one floor. It is easy to enter because you do not need to climb stairs.

For teachers: a single-storey house, typically of modest size and often featuring a veranda.

## Examples

- They bought a small bungalow near the beach.
- The elderly couple chose a bungalow so they would not have to climb stairs every day.
- The architect designed the bungalow to blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape, using local stone and large windows to invite natural light.

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