Downstairs Definition

downstairs
adverb
  1. on a floor below; "the tenants live downstairs"
adjective
  1. on or of lower floors of a building; "the downstairs (or downstair) phone"

"Downstairs" in song lyrics

See how downstairs is used in real songs:

  • "Crackhouse flow with a pit downstairs"
    Big Sean f/ Kendrick Lamar, Royce Da 5'9" — 100
  • "Laughed about it, then made my way downstairs"
    Classified — Past Out
  • "And upstairs looked like downstairs"
    Elzhi — Talking in My Sleep

Usage tips for "downstairs"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "downstairs" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for downstairs to find words that pair well.

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