en suite

adverb or adjective

än-ˈswēt How to pronounce en suite (audio) äⁿ-ˈswēt How to pronounce en suite (audio)
: so as to form a suite : connected
bathroom en suite
also : so as to make a matching set

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The sprawling owner’s suite is also located on the main deck, occupying the bow with a large bedroom, en suite, and dressing area. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026 Just outside of town, the handsome estate Orchard Hill Arrow Rock sits on five acres and has three spacious suites, all with en suite bathrooms. — Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026 The firm mapped out large living areas and several small bedrooms, each with its own en suite bathroom. — Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 1 Sep. 2026 Natalie channeled that motivation in the en suite bath as well. — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for en suite

Word History

Etymology

French

First Known Use

1784, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of en suite was in 1784

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“En suite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/en%20suite. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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