sofa

noun

so·​fa ˈsō-fə 

: a long upholstered seat usually with arms and a back and often convertible into a bed

Synonyms of sofa

• couch

Examples of sofa in a Sentence

I curled up on the sofa with a book.

Recent Examples on the Web

Perfect for a sun deck sundowner, a jacuzzi, wet bar, BBQ area, and dining space, framed by the arch, are all within easy conversational reach of the sofa. — Kathleen Turner, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

Stationing a comfy sofa or a couple of conversation chairs around this coffee table creates a cozy hangout spot when guests come over. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2026

The living room is shown here unfurnished, but has ample room for a sofa and a TV unit to be installed. — New Atlas, 23 June 2026

The video shows the motionless suspect in a gray hoodie lying facedown on a chair or sofa while still clutching the knife. — Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 23 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

earlier, raised carpeted floor, from Italian sofà, from Turkish sofa, from Arabic ṣuffa carpet, divan

First Known Use

1717, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing sofa

• sleeper sofa
• sofa bed

Kids Definition

sofa

noun

so·​fa ˈsō-fə 

: a long upholstered seat usually with arms and a back and often convertible into a bed