Definition of Chair
Quick Meaning of Chair
A piece of furniture you sit on, usually with a back and legs, designed for one person.
Detailed Definition of Chair
A piece of furniture with a back and four legs for one person to sit on.
How to Pronounce Chair
Stress pattern: O (1-syllable word).
Tip: Rhymes with 'air' and 'care'. The 'ch' sounds like 'ch' in 'cheese'. Stress is on the only syllable: CHAIR.
Watch out: Some learners pronounce it as 'char' (short 'a') instead of 'chair' (rhyming with 'air').
Origin and Etymology of Chair
From Old French chaire, derived from Latin cathedra (seat, throne).
How to Use Chair in a Sentence
Each example shows “chair” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“She sat on a comfortable chair by the window.”
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“The office has leather chairs for all the employees.”
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“The professor sat in the chair at the front of the classroom.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Chair
Common Synonyms for Chair
Smart Synonyms for Chair — When to Use Each
- seat
- for general furniture where someone can sit
- armchair
- for chairs with arms on both sides
Common Collocations with Chair
These phrases pair with “chair” in everyday English:
- office chair
- wooden chair
- high chair
Common Mistakes When Using Chair
Even fluent speakers slip up with “chair”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: He sat down on a wood chair.
- ✓ Correct: He sat down on a wooden chair.
- Why: Use the adjective 'wooden' to describe the material; 'wood' is a noun.
- ✗ Wrong: Put your bags on the chair before you sit on there.
- ✓ Correct: Put your bags on the chair before you sit down.
- Why: Use 'sit down' or 'sit on it'; 'sit on there' is redundant and incorrect.
Other Forms of Chair
Frequently Asked Questions About Chair
What is the meaning of "Chair"?
A piece of furniture you sit on, usually with a back and legs, designed for one person.
How do you pronounce "Chair"?
The IPA is /tʃɛr/. Rhymes with 'air' and 'care'. The 'ch' sounds like 'ch' in 'cheese'. Stress is on the only syllable: CHAIR.
What part of speech is "Chair"?
"Chair" is a noun at A1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Chair"?
Common synonyms include seat, stool, bench.
How do you use "Chair" in a sentence?
For example: "She sat on a comfortable chair by the window."