en suite

American  

[ahn sweet] / ɑ̃ ˈswit /

Or ensuite

adverb

1. (of a bathroom) connected to a bedroom; private.

   Each floor contains three double rooms, each with a bathroom en suite.

   The master bedroom has an en suite bathroom with a large Jacuzzi tub, double sink, and separate shower.

2. having a private bathroom.

   The 8 en suite bedrooms have been decorated in an attractive traditional style.

3. included or contained in a room or unit, as at a hotel, motel, etc..

   Ensuite amenities include large-screen television, microwave, refrigerator, and others.

4. (of any room) connected to another room so as to form a unit.

   The dining area can be served from the en suite kitchen.

5. forming or so as to form a themed set.

   The scabbard of this silver dagger is engraved en suite with the hilt, depicting an eagle in flight.

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noun

1. a bathroom connected to a bedroom.

   We’re building an addition for a guest bedroom with ensuite and balcony.

en suite British  

/ ɑ̃ sɥit /

adverb

1. as part of a set; forming a unit

   a hotel room with bathroom en suite

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Etymology

Origin of en suite

First recorded in 1770–80; from French en “in” + suite suite ( def. )

Example Sentences

The massive, mirrored walk-in closets remain, as do all six luxe bedrooms, all en suite.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 17, 2026

Hargitay jolts up, this time lugging the laptop into an en suite bathroom.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2025

According to the listing, it has top-end appliances and European Oak Select Grade hardwood and heated floors in the en suite bath and a wet bar in the basement.

From Slate • Mar. 6, 2025

It's spacious, with a queen size bed and an en suite bathroom.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2024

I change and make wudu in the en suite bathroom, cleaning myself slowly, thinking about talking to Allah.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali