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自宅
jitaku
one's own home
自宅でリモートワークをしています
I'm working remotely from my own home
informal
One's own home or residence, often used to distinguish from other locations like workplaces or rented properties
自宅で映画を見るのが好きです
I like watching movies at my own home
自宅に帰る前にスーパーに寄ります
I'll stop by the supermarket before going back to my own home
Often used to emphasize the personal nature of the home, contrasting with workplaces or temporary accommodations
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Pro Tip
Common Usage
'自宅' is often used when emphasizing the personal nature of the home, especially in contrast to workplaces or temporary locations.
Gold Rule
Formal vs Informal
In formal contexts, '自宅' can be replaced with '自宅' or '我が家' for slightly more polite connotations.
Word Origin
Combination of 自 (self) and 宅 (house/residence), literally meaning 'one's own house'
Usage Notes
While '自宅' can technically refer to any residence one owns, it's most commonly used to refer to one's primary residence where one lives. In business contexts, it's often used to contrast with workplaces.
Word Breakdown
自
self
prefix宅
house/residence
root和英辞典