decor

Thân thiện

The decor of the living room is bright and modern.

Definition

Noun: 1. The style and arrangement of furniture and other objects in a room or building: The overall visual appearance and ambiance created by the furnishings and layout of an interior space. 2. The decorative scheme of an interior: The collective effect of colors, furnishings, and accessories that define the character of a room.

Usage

• "Decor" is an uncountable noun. It refers to the overall style, not individual items.
• It is commonly used when discussing interior design, home styling, theater sets, or restaurant atmospheres.
• Typical collocations include: .

Examples

• The hotel's elegant decor features antique furniture and silk drapes.
• She prefers a simple, minimalist decor with neutral colors.
• The play's decor effectively recreated a 19th-century drawing room.
• We are planning to update the decor in the living room next spring.

Advanced Usage

• "Set decor": In film and theater, this refers specifically to the movable objects (like furniture, curtains, and accessories) placed on a set to create a believable environment.
  • The set decor for the palace scene was incredibly detailed.
• The term can be used more abstractly to describe a prevailing style or atmosphere.
  • The decor of the conference was strictly corporate and formal.

Variants and Related Words

• Decoration (n): The process or art of decorating; an item used to make something look more attractive. (Note: "Decoration" can refer to a single item, while "decor" refers to the total effect.)
  • Christmas decorations were part of the festive decor.
• Decorator (n): A person who decorates, especially an interior designer.
  • They hired a professional decorator to advise on the color scheme.

Synonyms

• Interior design: The art and business of planning and executing the design of interior spaces. (More professional/process-oriented)
• Furnishings: The furniture and accessories in a room. (Focuses on the objects themselves)
• Ornamentation: The things added to something to make it look more attractive. (Often implies added details)

Related Phrases

• Period decor: A style of decoration that is characteristic of a specific historical time.
  • The museum house is kept in perfect Victorian period decor.
• Themed decor: Decor that follows a specific theme or concept.
  • The restaurant's tropical themed decor includes bamboo furniture and palm fronds.

Notes

• The word "decor" is often used interchangeably with "décor," which retains the French accent. Both spellings are correct in English.
• Do not confuse with the verb "decorate," which means to add ornaments to something. "Decor" is the resulting style or appearance.

Học thuật

Noun

1. decoration consisting of the layout and furnishings of a livable interior

Từ đồng nghĩa

• interior decoration