# chalet

/ˈʃæˌɫeɪ/ (US) · /ʃˈæleɪ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/chalet
Updated: 2026-05-09

## Definition

a wooden house with a sloping roof, usually found in the mountains or used for holidays.

For teachers: a wooden dwelling with a wide, sloping roof, characteristic of the Alpine regions of Europe. Often refers to a holiday home or a small cabin in a ski resort.

## Examples

- We stayed in a cozy wooden chalet during our ski trip.
- The resort offers several luxury chalets that are located right next to the main ski lift.
- Traditional Swiss chalets were designed with heavy overhanging eaves to protect the walls from the weight of winter snow and to provide shelter for the balconies.

## Usage notes

- Commonly used in the context of winter sports or mountain tourism.

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