stoep Definition
- 1a porch or veranda, typically a raised one
- 2a step or small platform leading to a building
Using stoep: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "stoep" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She sat on the stoep and watched the sunset.
Example
He climbed the stoep to the front door.
stoep Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with stoep
stoepkakker
a derogatory term for someone who is seen as pretentious or snobbish
Example
He's such a stoepkakker, always showing off his wealth.
stoep-sitting
the act of sitting on a stoep, often while socializing or enjoying the outdoors
Example
We spent the afternoon stoep-sitting and chatting with our neighbors.
stoep stories
anecdotes or tales told while sitting on a stoep, often about local history or gossip
Example
My grandfather used to tell us stoep stories about his youth in this town.
Summary: stoep in Brief
'Stoep' [stoสp] refers to a porch or veranda, usually elevated, or a step leading to a building. It is commonly used in South African English, where it is associated with socializing and storytelling, as in 'stoep-sitting' and 'stoep stories.'
