guest-house /gɛsthaʊs/ · noun · CEFR B1. English translation of "guest-house".

Translation and Meaning

  • Word: guest-house
  • Language: English
  • IPA: /gɛsthaʊs/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Image:Photo of guest-house (English)

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Example Sentences

  • We stayed at a small guest-house by the beach.
  • The guest-house offers free Wi-Fi and breakfast.
  • They run a guest-house in the countryside.

When and How to Use "guest-house"

Study "guest-house" in context to notice common word order and the words it appears with. It functions as "noun". Because it appears in B1 material, it is a practical word to learn early in your English study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "guest-house" mean in English?

"guest-house" is an English noun at CEFR level B1. The example sentences on this page show how it is used in context.

What CEFR level is "guest-house"?

"guest-house" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords English vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "guest-house"?

"guest-house" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "guest-house" in a sentence?

We stayed at a small guest-house by the beach.

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