住居
jūkyo
residence
この住居は静かで快適です。
This residence is quiet and comfortable.
general
A place where someone lives; a residence or dwelling.
彼は都心の高層アパートに住居を構えています。
He has established his residence in a high-rise apartment in the city center.
Can refer to both temporary and permanent living arrangements.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
Use '住居' in formal contexts; for casual speech, '住まい' is more common.
Gold Rule
Legal Context
In legal documents, '住居' is preferred over '家' to specify a place of residence.
Word Origin
Combination of '住む' (to live) and '居' (to reside), emphasizing a place of habitation.
Usage Notes
Often used in formal or legal contexts, such as contracts or official documents.
Word Breakdown
住
to live
root居
to reside
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