amenity - Master This Word
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amenity Word Meanings
- comfortable features or services in a place
- conveniences that enhance a living environment
- useful assets or facilities offered to residents or guests
amenity Example Sentences
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amenity Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/əˈmɛn.ɪ.ti/
US
/əˈmɛn.ɪ.t̬i/
amenity Word Etymology
Amenity: a- (without, not) + men (to mind) + -ity (state of) = state of mind of comfort. Origin: Latin 'aminitatem' → Old French 'amenite' → English. Memory image: Imagine a cozy home filled with soft cushions and friendly features providing comfort.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputReal Context
An amenity is a comfortable feature or service in a place that makes living or visiting more convenient or pleasant. In housing complexes, hotels, and community developments, amenities range from practical conveniences like on-site laundry or parking to leisure options like gyms, gardens, or common rooms. The word emphasizes useful assets that add value to the environment, rather than products you must purchase. When learners encounter phrases like 'basic amenities' or 'amenities included,' they are describing what is available to residents or guests to improve daily life.
Usage Reminders
- Use amenities with plural verbs; discuss multiple facilities.
- Say 'amenities included' to describe what stays are equipped with.
- Don't use amenity to mean comfort alone; emphasize useful features.
- Collocate with words like basic, household, hotel, or community.
- Avoid confusing amenity with service in contexts about daily needs.
Common Misconceptions
- Amenity equals luxury.
- Amenity only means comfort or convenience.
- Amenities are only for hotels.
- Amenities cannot be counted.
- Amenity is a verb.
Thinking Differences
For English speakers, amenities are concrete facilities or services that improve daily life; learners often mix them with 'facilities' or 'comfort' and overgeneralize. Pay attention to countability and common collocations like 'basic amenities' and 'amenities included'.
Learning Tips
- Practice listing 3-5 amenities for a place you know.
- Compare amenities vs facilities in a quick sentence.
- Use collocations like basic amenities and amenities included.
- Describe a hotel or apartment to a friend focusing on amenities.
- Listen to hotel descriptions to hear how natives talk about amenities.
- Create flashcards with examples and notes.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'amenity'?
A.A basic necessity for living
B.A desirable or useful feature or facility of a building or place
C.An act of kindness
D.A type of food preparation
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence correctly uses the word 'amenity'?
A.The amenity of the park includes walking trails and picnic areas.
B.He showed great amenity to everyone he met.
C.Her amenity about the weather was contagious.
D.The amenity was the main dish at the banquet.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'amenity'?
A.Hindrance
B.Obstacle
C.Facility
D.Chore
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'amenity'?
A.Discomfort
B.Joy
C.Pleasure
D.Enhancement
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life context where 'amenity' might be important?
A.Living in a situation without enough heating is difficult.
B.She loves how the hotel provides a swimming pool and spa.
C.He found it hard to concentrate with so much noise around him.
D.The restaurant offers a variety of unique dishes.
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