sofa — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

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.

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Tags: furniture

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