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habitation secondaire
/abitasjɔ̃ sekɔ̃dɛʁ/
secondary residence
Ils possèdent une habitation secondaire en Provence.
They own a secondary residence in Provence.
formal
A secondary or vacation home that is not the primary residence of the owner.
L'habitation secondaire est souvent utilisée pour les vacances.
A secondary residence is often used for vacations.
Les taxes sur les habitations secondaires varient selon les régions.
Taxes on secondary residences vary by region.
In France, this term often refers to a vacation home or a property owned in addition to one's primary residence.
Collocations
acheter une habitation secondaireto buy a secondary residencelouer une habitation secondaireto rent out a secondary residence
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Legal Implications
In France, owning an 'habitation secondaire' may affect tax obligations and residency status.
Word Origin
From 'habitation' (dwelling) and 'secondaire' (secondary), referring to a non-primary home.
Usage Notes
In French legal and tax contexts, 'habitation secondaire' has specific implications regarding property taxes and residency rules.
Word Breakdown
habitation
dwelling
rootsecondaire
secondary
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