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logement étudiant
/lɔʒ.mɑ̃ e.ty.djɑ̃/
student housing
J'ai trouvé un logement étudiant près de l'université.
I found student housing near the university.
formal
Accommodation specifically designed or allocated for students, often at lower cost and near educational institutions.
Les résidences universitaires proposent des logements étudiants à prix réduit.
University dormitories offer student housing at reduced prices.
Beaucoup d'étudiants cherchent un logement étudiant avant la rentrée.
Many students look for student housing before the start of the academic year.
Often refers to university-managed dormitories or shared apartments for students. Can also include private rentals specifically marketed to students.
Collocations
résidence étudiantestudent dormitorycolocation étudiantestudent shared flatloyer d'un logement étudiantrent for student housing
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Avoid confusion with 'logement social'
'Logement étudiant' specifically refers to housing for students, while 'logement social' refers to subsidized housing for low-income individuals regardless of student status. Not all student housing is social housing.
Gold Rule
Use 'logement étudiant' for official contexts
When applying for university housing or financial aid in France, use 'logement étudiant' to specify your status. Avoid using 'appartement' alone, as it may imply higher costs or non-student eligibility.
Word Origin
Composed of 'logement' (from Old French 'loge' meaning 'lodging', ultimately from Latin 'loca' for 'places') and 'étudiant' (present participle of 'étudier', from Latin 'studiare' meaning 'to study'). The phrase emerged in the 20th century with the expansion of higher education.
Usage Notes
The term is widely used in France and French-speaking countries to describe housing solutions for students, which may include university dorms, private rentals, or shared apartments. It is a neutral, formal term commonly found in university brochures and housing advertisements.
Word Breakdown
logement
housing or lodging
nounétudiant
student (masculine singular)
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