Suite: meaning, definitions and examples

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suite

 

[ swiːt ]

Noun
Touring
Context #1 | Noun

hotel

A set of rooms designated for one person or a group of people to stay in, typically in a hotel.

Synonyms

accommodation, apartment.

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Word Description / Examples
suite

Same as the first 'suite'.

  • We booked a suite for our honeymoon to enjoy some extra space and amenities.
  • The presidential suite offers a panoramic view of the city.
apartment

Refers to a residential unit within a larger building. Typically used in everyday contexts to talk about living spaces in cities or towns.

  • I just moved into a new apartment downtown.
  • Their apartment is spacious and has a great view of the park.
accommodation

A general term for any place where someone can stay or live. Commonly used in travel, business, and education contexts.

  • We need to find accommodation for our trip to New York.
  • The university provides accommodation for all first-year students.

Examples of usage

  • The hotel suite had a living room, bedroom, and bathroom.
  • We booked a suite for our family vacation.
Context #2 | Noun

fashion

A set of matching garments typically consisting of a jacket and skirt or trousers.

Synonyms

ensemble, outfit.

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suite

Not a synonym for clothing; refers to a set of rooms in a hotel or a set of related things, such as computer software.

  • We booked a luxury suite for our honeymoon.
  • The company rolled out a new software suite last month.
outfit

General term for a set of clothes worn together, can be casual, formal, or any other style.

  • I need to find an outfit for the party tonight.
  • Her sporty outfit was perfect for the gym.
ensemble

A coordinated outfit, often referring to a more fashionable or sophisticated set of clothing, can be used in a context of arts or music as well.

  • She looked stunning in her autumn ensemble.
  • The chamber ensemble played beautifully at the concert.

Examples of usage

  • She wore a stylish pantsuit to the business meeting.
  • The designer showcased a collection of elegant suits at the fashion show.

Translations

Translations of the word "suite" in other languages:

🇵🇹 suíte

🇮🇳 सूट

🇩🇪 Suite

🇮🇩 suite

🇺🇦 люкс

🇵🇱 apartament

🇯🇵 スイート

🇫🇷 suite

🇪🇸 suite

🇹🇷 süit

🇰🇷 스위트

🇸🇦 جناح

🇨🇿 apartmá

🇸🇰 apartmán

🇨🇳 套房

🇸🇮 apartma

🇮🇸 svíta

🇰🇿 люкс

🇬🇪 ლუქსი

🇦🇿 lüks

🇲🇽 suite

Etymology

The word 'suite' originated from Old French 'suite', meaning 'a following, a series'. It was first used in the context of a series of rooms in the 17th century. Over time, the term expanded to include a set of matching garments, especially in the world of fashion.

See also: suit, suitability, suitable, suitably, suitor, unsuitability, unsuitable, unsuitably, unsuited.

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