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住屋
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What does "住屋" mean in English?
dwelling彼は新しい住屋に引っ越した。
He moved to a new dwelling.
How to use "住屋" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
formal
a house or place where people live; a residence
この地域の住屋は古い木造が多い。
Many of the dwellings in this area are old wooden houses.
Less common in everyday conversation than 家 or 住宅; often appears in written or formal contexts.
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When to use 住屋
Prefer 住屋 in formal documents, contracts, or when emphasizing the building aspect of a residence.
Word Origin
Compound of 住 (to reside) and 屋 (building). Historically used to denote a building where someone lives.
Usage Notes
Typically used in formal writing or legal contexts; speakers usually say 家 or 住宅 in casual speech.
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