pergola

noun

per·​go·​la ˈpər-gə-lə  pər-ˈgō- 

1

: arbor, trellis

2

: a structure usually consisting of parallel colonnades supporting an open roof of girders and cross rafters

Examples of pergola in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Calimia Home matched the brown-black fencing with a pergola in the same dark stain to add contrast with light stone patio tiles and furniture in this outdoor space. —Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026

Large black and yellow bees keep hovering around my wooden pergola. —Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 21 Apr. 2026

There’s more to discover across the outdoor grounds, including landscaped gardens—one of which encompasses a reflecting pool, a koi fish pond, alfresco dining and lounge areas shaded by pergolas, a summer kitchen, and the swimming pool. —Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2026

When the pandemic forced us to meet outdoors, her back patio, with its tiled floor, pergola and garden became the room (albeit one with occasional mosquitoes). —Wendy C. Ortiz, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian, from Latin pergula

First Known Use

1664, in the meaning defined at sense 1