Pronunciation: [ˈanɛks] (IPA) 
The word "annexe" is derived from the Latin word "annexus" which means attached or connected. In British English, it is spelled with a double "n" and "e" at the end, while in American English it is spelled "annex." The correct British pronunciation of this word is /ˈæn.eks/. The first syllable rhymes with "man" and the second syllable is pronounced with a short "e" sound like "pet." The stress is on the first syllable.
An annexe is a separate building or structure that is connected to or located near a main building, typically used for additional or auxiliary purposes. Often spelled as "annex" in the United States, the term refers to an extension or an attachment to the main building, designed to provide supplementary space or resource, although it can also refer to a detached building on the same property.
An annexe may serve a variety of functions depending on its intended use. Common examples include an annexe used for storage, providing an additional space for keeping tools, materials, or equipment that are not frequently used or require a distinct area. It can also be an annexe serving as a workspace, accommodating offices, workshops, or studios. In residential contexts, an annexe may be used to offer accommodation to guests, relatives, or tenants, separate from the main house. Additionally, an annexe can be used for recreational or leisure purposes, such as a pool house, a guest house, or a garage.
Annexes can vary greatly in size, style, and design, often reflecting the architectural characteristics of the main building. They can be attached to the main structure by shared walls or corridors, or they can be freestanding, separate buildings. The utilization of annexe space provides versatility and flexibility, contributing to efficient use of available resources and enhancing functionality.
A wing to a building, or an out building communicating with the main one.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word annexe has its origins in the Latin word annexus, which means fastened to or attached. In English, annexe was derived from the French term annexer, which means to attach or to annex. The French word, in turn, came from the Latin annexus.
