# penthouse

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˈpɛnt(h)aʊs/ · frequency rank #19,414

## Definitions
1. A structure or annexe (especially one with a sloping roof) extending from the side of a building, sometimes as protection from the weather.
2. Something forming a shelter or canopy over something; an awning, shelter, etc.
3. Any of the sloping roofs at the side of a real tennis court.
4. An apartment or suite found on an upper floor, or floors, of a tall building, especially one that is expensive or luxurious with panoramic views.

## Etymology
From Anglo-Norman pentiz (“pentice”), from apendiz (“appentice”), ultimately from a suffixed form of Latin appendō (“I append”). Altered by folk etymology to appear to be a compound of house. Doublet of appentice and pentice.

## Common misspellings (13)
`epnthouse`, `penhtouse`, `pennthouse`, `penthhouse`, `penthosue`, `penthoues`, `penthousse`, `penthuose`, `pentohuse`, `pentthouse`, `petnhouse`, `pnethouse`, `ppenthouse`

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/penthouse