amenities

Everyday

1. Useful or pleasant things and services in a place, like parks, shops, toilets, a pool or Wi-Fi. tree →
2. (UK, informal) «Public amenities» can mean public toilets. tree →

In the lessons

Used in geography (town amenities), estate agents' adverts and holiday reviews. Phrases: «local amenities», «basic amenities», «close to amenities».

Examples

• The campsite has good amenities: showers and a shop. tree →
• Our town needs more amenities for teenagers. tree →
• The hotel's amenities include a pool. tree →
• Basic amenities like clean water matter most. tree →
• The flat is close to local amenities. tree →
• The park's amenities include swings and a café. tree →

Note

Mostly used in the plural. Said «a-MEE-ni-teez» (UK also «a-MEN-»). Formal-ish word for facilities.