sofa (/ˈsoʊ.fə/)
noun · Beginner · Daily Life
🔊 /ˈsoʊ.fə/
Meaning
Meaning: a couch
A long, comfortable seat with a back and arms for two or more people.
Examples
🗣 They relaxed on the sofa and watched a movie together.
Etymology
From Arabic ‘suffa’ (a long bench), via Turkish and French.
How & Where It’s Used
Also called a ‘couch’ in American English.
Tags: furniture