kitchenette

noun

kitch·​en·​ette ˌki-chə-ˈnet How to pronounce kitchenette (audio)
: a small kitchen or an alcove containing cooking facilities

Examples of kitchenette in a Sentence

a hotel room with a kitchenette
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At first glance, the one- and two-bedroom cabins—all of which are outfitted with kitchenettes, a living room-dining area, and a private bath—are inconspicuously rustic. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2026 The kitchenette is stocked with complimentary local products as well as non-alcoholic drinks for guests to enjoy throughout their stay. David Duran, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Jan. 2026 The recently restored 2,500-square-foot residence has five bedrooms and five bathrooms, including separate guest quarters with a kitchenette. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 30 Jan. 2026 The hotel includes one-king and two-queen rooms, some of which have kitchenettes and sleeper sofas. Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 27 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for kitchenette

Word History

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kitchenette was in 1870

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“Kitchenette.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kitchenette. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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kitchenette

noun
kitch·​en·​ette ˌkich-ə-ˈnet How to pronounce kitchenette (audio)
: a small kitchen
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