Definitions
- A Dutch word that refers to a cellar or basement. - Used in the context of old European buildings, especially in the Netherlands. - Often used to describe a cool and dark storage space for food, wine, or other items.
- Refers to an underground level or floor of a building, usually partially or entirely below ground level. - Used in the context of modern architecture and construction. - Often used to describe a living space, storage area, or utility room in a house or building.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to a space below ground level.
- 2Both can be used for storage purposes.
- 3Both can be accessed through stairs or a hatch.
- 4Both can be used as a living space or utility room.
- 5Both provide a cooler environment compared to above-ground rooms.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Kelder is less common and mostly used in the context of old European buildings, while basement is widely used in modern architecture and construction.
- 2Function: Kelder is often used for storage of food, wine, or other items, while basement can be used for various purposes, including living space, storage, or utility room.
- 3Accessibility: Kelder may not always have direct access from inside the building, while basement typically has a dedicated entrance or staircase.
- 4Size: Basement is usually larger and more spacious than kelder, which is often smaller and more confined.
Remember this!
Kelder and basement both refer to a space below ground level, but they differ in origin, usage, function, accessibility, and size. Kelder is a Dutch word mostly used in the context of old European buildings for storage of food, wine, or other items. Basement is an English word widely used in modern architecture and construction for various purposes, including living space, storage, or utility room.
