chalet

noun

sha-ˈlā How to pronounce chalet (audio)
Definition of chaletnext
as in cottage
an often small house for recreational or seasonal use a mountain chalet for weekend getaways

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Recent Examples of chalet Once a meager coffee plantation, now an eco lodge consisting of eight chalets on stilts. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 July 2026 According to The Sun, the former Duchess of York, 66, has allegedly been living at her ex-boyfriend Paddy McNally’s eight-bedroom chalet in Verbier, Switzerland. — Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 24 July 2026 The chalet was designed by Jean Gagnier and evokes the cozy feelings of alpine living—from the outdoor fire pit to the steamy on-site hot tub. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2026 Its exterior is reminiscent of a chalet and is finished in timber, with a metal roof. — Adam Williams july 01, New Atlas, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for chalet
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chalet
  1. cottage
  2. cabin
Noun
  • So the couple took a chance on the cottage just minutes from the beach.
    — Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Worker’s cottages, bungalows, three- and six-flats, and courtyard apartments have been largely constructed of brick.
    — Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of cottage
Noun
  • The cabin interiors are built from a lovely blonde wood, which was aesthetically pleasing, if a little creaky at times, while the white linens on the comfortable queen bed were a subtle reminder that this is a luxury accommodation.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
  • For the demonstration, the system was installed in the passenger cabin of the ship and worked autonomously.
    — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of cabin

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