porch

/pɔːtʃ/noun

A roofed structure at the entrance of a building, either built out from the wall or set into it as a small entry area.

Example sentences

“They sat on the porch drinking iced tea all afternoon.”
“Someone left a package on our front porch this morning.”

In American English often a sizable sitting area with chairs; in British English usually just a small covered entrance.

Synonyms for porch

veranda

Often confused with porch

porch vs patio: patio (noun): A paved area next to a house where people sit, eat, or relax outdoors.

Related words

roofThe covering that forms the top of a building and protects it from the weather.hallwayA passage inside a building that leads from one room to another.chimneyA vertical pipe or shaft that carries smoke and fumes from a fire out of a building; a flue.faucetA fitting with a valve, such as a kitchen or bathroom tap, used to start and stop the flow of water or another liquid.cupboardA piece of furniture or a closet fitted with shelves, used mainly for keeping dishes, food, or other household items.kettleA container, usually made of metal and fitted with a lid, used for boiling water or cooking.