How to Pronounce Exterior
Exterior
ɪk'stiriər
Syllables:
ex·te·ri·or
Part of speech:
noun adjective
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Definition
Exterior means the outside part of something.
Examples
- The exterior of the house is painted blue.
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Words With Similar Sounds
Inferior
ɪn'firiər
The quality of the product was inferior to what we expected.
Common Word Combinations
| Phrase | Type | Stress Pattern | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| exterior design | collocation | ex-TER-ior de-SIGN | The exterior design of the house is modern and sleek. |
| exterior wall | collocation | ex-TER-ior WALL | The exterior wall needs repainting after the storm. |
| exterior finish | collocation | ex-TER-ior FIN-ish | They chose a matte exterior finish for the building. |
| exterior lighting | collocation | ex-TER-ior LIGHT-ing | Exterior lighting enhances the home's nighttime appearance. |
Fun Fact
The word 'exterior' comes from the Latin 'exterus,' meaning 'outer,' and its use in English dates back to the 15th century, emphasizing something on the outside rather than inside.
Word Family
noun
exterior
The outside part of something, especially a building or a vehicle.
"The exterior of the house is painted white."
adjective
exterior
Related to or on the outside of something.
"The exterior walls need to be cleaned."
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