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upstairs

/ˈʌpˌstɛəz/

Meanings
  • Noun

    The level of a building or house that is reached by climbing a staircase.


Pronunciation
  1. /ˈʌpˌstɛɹz/



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Antonyms

downstairs
Rhymes
Words rhyming with upstairs
stairs , chairs , repairs , cares
Variants
List of all variants of upstairs that leads to same result
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Etymology
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From Old English 'upgeweorpan' meaning 'to throw up' or 'to build up'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'upstairs' is often used interchangeably with 'second floor' in American English.

  2. In some older homes, the 'upstairs' may be referred to as the 'upper chamber' or 'upper story'.


Related Concepts
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  1. staircase: A set of steps that leads to an upper level, often used in conjunction with 'upstairs'.

  2. loft: A large open area on the upper floor of a building, often used as living or working space.


Culture
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In literature and art, 'upstairs' often refers to a more private or exclusive area, such as a master bedroom or a hidden room. In music, the term 'upstairs music' refers to classical or highbrow music, contrasting with 'downstairs music' or popular music.

How to Memorize "upstairs"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize yourself climbing a staircase to reach the upstairs level.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'upstairs' with the feeling of reaching a higher or more exclusive level.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Upwards to a Private Area' to remember the meaning of 'upstairs'.


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