English Expression · Intermediate
back door
A subsidiary entrance to a building or house at its rear, normally away from the street
Pronunciation: say back door
Meaning
A subsidiary entrance to a building or house at its rear, normally away from the street.
Example
We entered the building through the back door.
We entered the building through the back door.
Practice tips
- Practice back door out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.