shelf

noun

  • A flat surface that is attached to a wall or furniture where you can put things like books or toys.
  • The amount of space on a shelf that can hold items, like a shelf full of games.
  • A ledge or flat area that sticks out, similar to a shelf.


Synonym

  • shelfful

Sentences

  • I keep my favorite books on the shelf.
  • The shelf is full of colorful boxes.
  • Can you reach the top shelf?
  • We need to clean the shelf today.
  • There is a shelf for my art supplies.

Word Explanation:

  • A shelf is a flat surface that is attached to a wall or a piece of furniture. You can use it to hold things like books, pictures, or your favorite toys.

Word in hindi

शेल्फ

shelf

Other variations in hindi

  • रैक raik
  • पटकथा patkatha

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'shelf' mean?

A shelf is a flat surface that is used to hold things, like books or toys, and is usually attached to a wall or part of a piece of furniture.

How do you pronounce 'shelf'?

You say 'shelf' like this: shel-f.

What is the origin of the word 'shelf'?

The word 'shelf' comes from the Old English word 'scylfe', which means a ledge or a place to put things.

What is the meaning of 'shelf' in Bengali?

The word 'shelf' in Bengali is 'শেলফ' (Shelph).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

Did you know that shelves can hold books, toys, and even plants? They help keep our rooms organized!

Proverb

A place for everything, and everything in its place. (This means keeping things organized helps us find them easily.)

Quote

"Books are a uniquely portable magic." - Stephen King

Mini blog:

The Magical Shelf

In a cozy little room, there stood a magical shelf. This shelf was no ordinary shelf; it held stories of brave knights, dancing fairies, and talking animals! Every time a child opened a book from the shelf, the characters would leap out and invite them on an adventure.

One sunny day, a curious girl named Maya climbed up to the shelf and picked a book about a friendly dragon. With a whoosh, she was whisked away to a land of sparkles and laughter!

What Adventure Will You Find?

Remember, every shelf has a story waiting for you. What adventure will you find today?