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mansion

 

[ ˈmanʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

luxury residence

A large, impressive house or building, usually associated with wealth and luxury. Mansions often feature extensive grounds, multiple bedrooms, and high-end amenities.

Synonyms

chateau, estate, palace, villa

Examples of usage

  • The Hollywood star owned a sprawling mansion in Beverly Hills.
  • The historic mansion was renovated to include modern conveniences while preserving its original charm.

Translations

Translations of the word "mansion" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mansão

🇮🇳 महल

🇩🇪 Herrenhaus

🇮🇩 rumah besar

🇺🇦 особняк

🇵🇱 rezydencja

🇯🇵 大邸宅 (たい ていたく)

🇫🇷 manoir

🇪🇸 mansión

🇹🇷 malikâne

🇰🇷 대저택 (daejeotaek)

🇸🇦 قصر

🇨🇿 sílo

🇸🇰 kaštieľ

🇨🇳 大厦 (dàshà)

🇸🇮 dvorec

🇮🇸 höfuðból

🇰🇿 сарай

🇬🇪 სასახლე

🇦🇿 malikanə

🇲🇽 mansión

Word origin

The word 'mansion' has its origins in Latin 'mansio' meaning 'a staying, a residence'. Over time, the term evolved to represent grand residences typically owned by the wealthy or aristocratic families. Mansions have been symbols of power and prestige throughout history, often showcasing architectural prowess and luxury living.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,687 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.