bedroom
bedroom
Pronunciation
Bedroom: /ˈbɛdruːm/
bed-: /bɛd/
/b/ - voiced bilabial plosive
/ɛ/ - near-open front unrounded vowel
/d/ - voiced alveolar plosive
-room: /ruːm/
/r/ - voiced alveolar approximate
/uː/ - close back rounded vowel
/m/ - voiced bilabial nasal
Word Form Variations
Singular: bedroom
Plural: bedrooms
Definitions, Synonyms and Antonyms
Noun
A private room in a house, apartment, or other dwelling, primarily used for sleeping and typically containing a bed, wardrobe, and often other furniture for personal use.
Synonyms: sleeping chamber, bedchamber, boudoir (dated or poetic), private room
Antonyms: living room, kitchen, bathroom (as distinct functional rooms within a dwelling)
Figuratively, the intimate or private sphere of one's life or a relationship.
Synonyms: private life, personal space, intimacy
Antonyms: public life, professional sphere, open forum
Examples of Use
Books:
"She tiptoed across the hall and peeked into the children's bedroom, where soft snores filled the air." (Example from a fictional novel)
"The detective meticulously searched the victim's bedroom, looking for any clues that might have been overlooked." (Example from a crime fiction novel)
Newspapers:
"Local authorities are investigating a fire that extensively damaged a bedroom in a downtown apartment building last night." (Example from a news report on a local incident)
"The real estate market shows a strong preference for homes with at least three bedrooms, indicating a demand for family-friendly properties." (Example from a real estate section of a newspaper)
Online Publications:
"Transform your small bedroom into a cozy oasis with these clever storage solutions and decor tips." (Example from a home decor blog or online magazine)
"Our latest article explores the psychological impact of clutter in the bedroom and offers advice for creating a more restful environment." (Example from a health and wellness website)
Various Entertainment Mediums and Platforms:
Film/TV Show Dialogue: "I need you to clean your bedroom before your friends come over, or there's no screen time tonight!" (Example from a family-oriented sitcom)
Song Lyrics: "And in my bedroom, late at night, I dream of better days." (Example from a folk or pop song)
Video Game Description: "Discover hidden secrets in the abandoned mansion's master bedroom and uncover the truth behind its haunted past." (Example from a video game quest description)
Social Media Post (e.g., Instagram/Pinterest): "Just finished redecorating my master bedroom! So in love with this new minimalist vibe. #bedroomdecor #interiordesign" (Example from a user-generated content platform)
General Public Discourse:
"We're looking for a house with an extra bedroom so we can have a guest room for when family visits." (Casual conversation between individuals)
"My biggest challenge is keeping my kids' bedrooms tidy; it's a constant battle against toys and clothes!" (Common complaint or observation shared among parents)
"I'm thinking of painting my bedroom a calming shade of blue to help me relax more." (Personal planning or discussion about home improvement)
10 Famous Quotes Using Bedroom
"The first day, I was alone in my bedroom, and then I moved to a bigger room with three other girls." (Malala Yousafzai, I Am Malala)
"The world is full of people who are trying to make a living, and they don't have the time to come up with some elaborate, sophisticated scheme to get into your bedroom." (Will Smith, as quoted in an interview)
"I spend a lot of time in my bedroom, contemplating my existence." (Unknown, often attributed as a general sentiment)
"Home is where the heart is, and my heart is usually in my bedroom with a book." (Unknown, popular sentiment)
"I want to make records that are like soundtracks to people's lives, that they can put on in their bedroom and just chill out." (Ed Sheeran, as quoted in an interview)
"A clean bedroom is a clean mind." (Proverbial saying)
"Sometimes, the most profound conversations happen in the quiet of a bedroom." (Lesser-known observation)
"My bedroom is my sanctuary, a place where I can truly be myself." (Common personal expression)
"The walls of my bedroom have heard more secrets than any diary." (Metaphorical quote)
"Every person needs a space, even if it's just a bedroom, where they feel completely safe and unjudged." (Original quote)
Etymology
The word "bedroom" is quite straightforward in its origins! It's a combination of two older English words:
"Bed": This comes from the Old English word "bedd," which simply meant a place to sleep or rest.
"Room": This comes from the Old English word "rum," meaning "space" or "extent," which later evolved to mean a distinct part of a building separated by walls.
So, put them together, and "bedroom" literally means "a room for a bed" or "a space for sleeping."
The first known use of "bedroom" to describe a "room intended to contain a bed" appeared in the 1610s. Interestingly, before "bedroom" became common, people often used the word "bedchamber" (which appeared in the late 14th century). Even earlier, Old English had words like "bedbur" or "bedcofa" for sleeping spaces.
Shakespeare actually used "bedroom" in the 1580s in a slightly broader sense, meaning "sleeping space" or even "room in a bed," showing it was starting to come into use around that time. The development of distinct rooms for sleeping, as opposed to everyone sleeping in a common hall, was a gradual change in how houses were designed, and the word "bedroom" emerged to describe this new, more private space.
Phrases + Idioms Containing Bedroom
Bedroom eyes: A seductive or alluring look.
Bedroom community: A residential area from which people commute to work in a nearby city.
Bedroom tax: (UK slang) A controversial reduction in housing benefits for those deemed to have a spare bedroom.
Bedroom wall: Often refers to a personal space for displaying posters, photos, or cherished items (e.g., "stuck it up on their bedroom wall").
A bedroom secret: A private or intimate secret.
Confined to one's bedroom: Forced to stay in one's bedroom, usually due to illness or punishment.
The bedroom door is always open (or shut): Implies a level of access or privacy.
Design a bedroom around a theme: A common interior design approach.
Clear the bedchamber: (Synonymous idiom, archaic) To leave the sleeping area.
Sanctuary of the sleeping quarters: (Original phrase, evocative) A peaceful and private space for rest.
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Source Information
Definition of bedroom from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
