Definition

Noun: A long seat, typically made of wood, designed to accommodate multiple people. It often lacks a backrest and armrests.

Usage

• Basic Usage: Refers to a simple, long seat commonly found in public spaces, parks, schools, or waiting areas.
  • Trong công viên có nhiều ghế dài cho mọi người ngồi nghỉ. (There are many benches in the park for people to sit and rest.)
  • Học sinh ngồi trên ghế dài trong phòng chờ. (The students sat on the bench in the waiting room.)

Advanced Usage

• Can imply a simple, communal, or utilitarian seating arrangement.
  • Căn phòng chỉ trang bị vài chiếc ghế dài đơn giản. (The room was furnished only with a few simple benches.)

Variants and Related Words

• Băng ghế: A synonym, also meaning "bench."
• Ghế băng: Another common term for a bench, often used interchangeably.
• Ghế: The general word for "chair" or "seat."

Synonyms

• Bench: The direct and most common English translation.
• Pew: A long bench with a back, often found in churches.
• Settee: A long upholstered seat for more than one person, typically with a back and arms.

Related Phrases

• Ngồi ghế dài: To sit on a bench.
  • Chúng tôi thích ngồi ghế dài hóng mát buổi chiều. (We like to sit on the bench and enjoy the cool breeze in the afternoon.)

noun

1. bench