What does dormitory mean?
A large building, especially at a college or university, providing living quarters for students.
Example: "Freshmen are usually required to live in the university dormitory during their first year."
Are utilities like water and heating included in the dormitory fees?
Yes, standard utilities are typically included in university dormitory fees, though internet services may require an extra charge.
What does dormitory mean in Urdu?
dormitory meaning in Urdu is ہاسٹل (hostel) — While 'dormitory' is known, 'hostel' is the more common everyday word in South Asia.
What does dormitory mean in Arabic?
dormitory meaning in Arabic is سكن طلابي — Literally student housing, referring to on-campus or off-campus dorms.
What does dormitory mean in Persian?
dormitory meaning in Persian is خوابگاه — Pronounced 'khābgāh', the standard term for student dormitories in Iran.
What does dormitory mean in Hindi?
dormitory meaning in Hindi is छात्रावास — The formal term is 'chhatravas', but 'hostel' is more commonly used in speech.
What does dormitory mean in Turkish?
dormitory meaning in Turkish is yurt — The common word for student housing or dormitories in Turkey ('öğrenci yurdu').
What does dormitory mean in Bangla?
dormitory meaning in Bangla is ছাত্রাবাস — Refers to student residences; often called 'hostel' colloquially.
What does dormitory mean in Nepali?
dormitory meaning in Nepali is छात्रावास — Refers to student residential quarters; 'hostel' is also very common.
What is a synonym for dormitory?
Common synonyms for dormitory include dorm, residence hall, hostel and quarters.
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Quick meaning table
Use this table to compare the main translation of dormitoryacross Rehbaro's dictionary languages.
| Language | Meaning | Pronunciation note |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu | ہاسٹل | hostel |
| Arabic | سكن طلابي | Read in the native script shown. |
| Persian | خوابگاه | Read in the native script shown. |
| Hindi | छात्रावास | Read in the native script shown. |
| Turkish | yurt | Read in the native script shown. |
| Bangla | ছাত্রাবাস | Read in the native script shown. |
| Nepali | छात्रावास | Read in the native script shown. |
Where you may see this word
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