English Word · Intermediate
villa
British suburban family house
Pronunciation: /ˈvɪlə/
Meaning
In British usage, a suburban family house, often Victorian or Edwardian and sometimes semi-detached.
Example
They lived in a red-brick Victorian villa in a quiet suburb.
They lived in a red-brick Victorian villa in a quiet suburb.
Practice tips
- Practice villa 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 word is for intermediate-level learners.