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carpets

Pronunciation: [ˈkɑːr.pɪts]

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Learn how to use carpets in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “home decor”

(noun) a covering for the floor that is made of thick fabric. People use carpets to make rooms feel warm and cozy, and they can come in many colors and patterns.

Example

The living room has a beautiful red carpet that brightens up the space.

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The room looked empty without any carpets on the floor.

Example

What color carpet do you want to put in your bedroom?

Context: “textiles”

(noun) a large piece of cloth that can be used for various purposes, like decorating or covering furniture. Carpets can also be used in public places like hotels or offices.

Example

The hotel lobby was covered with a luxurious carpet.

Example

The office didn't have any carpets, just bare floors.

Example

Do you think we need a carpet for the conference room?

Context: “action”

(verb) to cover a surface with carpet. This means you lay the carpet down so it covers the floor completely.

Example

They decided to carpet the entire upstairs area of their house.

Example

We won't carpet the rooms until we choose the right colors.

Example

When will they carpet the new office space?

How to pronounce carpets

Pronunciation: [ˈkɑːr.pɪts]

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