C2 noun Neutro

apartment

/əˈpɑːrtmənt/

A self-contained housing unit that occupies only part of a building, generally on a single story. In a high-level context, it can also refer to a suite of rooms assigned to a particular person or family in a large edifice like a palace.

Exemplos

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1

I just moved into a modest apartment near the city center to be closer to work.

I have recently relocated to a small residential unit in the urban core for a shorter commute.

2

The state rooms are located on the first floor, while the private apartments of the monarch are on the second.

The public reception areas are on level one, but the king's personal living quarters are on level two.

3

I'm heading back to my apartment to grab some snacks before the party.

I am returning to my flat to get food items before the social gathering.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
apartment
Adjetivo
apartment-style
Relacionado
apartment-dweller
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Dica de memorização

Focus on the 'apart' in 'apartment': it is a living space that is set 'apart' from others within a single large building.

Quiz rápido

After the reception, the visiting dignitaries were escorted back to their private ___ in the west wing of the palace.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: apartments

Exemplos

1

I just moved into a modest apartment near the city center to be closer to work.

everyday

I have recently relocated to a small residential unit in the urban core for a shorter commute.

2

The state rooms are located on the first floor, while the private apartments of the monarch are on the second.

formal

The public reception areas are on level one, but the king's personal living quarters are on level two.

3

I'm heading back to my apartment to grab some snacks before the party.

informal

I am returning to my flat to get food items before the social gathering.

4

Sociological research indicates that high-density apartment living can significantly influence communal social structures.

academic

Studies in sociology show that living in crowded residential buildings affects how communities interact.

5

The contract includes the provision of a corporate apartment for the duration of the international assignment.

business

The agreement guarantees a company-funded residence for the time spent working abroad.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
apartment
Adjetivo
apartment-style
Relacionado
apartment-dweller

Colocações comuns

studio apartment A small apartment consisting of a single main room.
apartment complex A group of buildings containing several residential units.
spacious apartment A residential unit with a lot of room or space.
penthouse apartment A luxury flat located on the top floor of a tall building.
furnished apartment A rental unit that already includes furniture like beds and sofas.

Frases Comuns

garden apartment

An apartment located on the ground floor, often with direct access to a lawn or garden.

bachelor apartment

A very small apartment designed for one person, often lacking a separate bedroom.

serviced apartment

A fully furnished apartment available for short-term or long-term stay, providing hotel-like amenities.

Frequentemente confundido com

apartment vs flat

apartment vs department

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Notas de uso

At the C2 level, recognize that 'apartment' can describe palatial suites of rooms (e.g., 'The Royal Apartments') rather than just modern rental units. It is generally considered slightly more formal or upscale than the word 'flat' in some international contexts.

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Erros comuns

Learners often use the preposition 'at' when they should use 'in' (e.g., saying 'I live at an apartment' instead of 'I live in an apartment').

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Dica de memorização

Focus on the 'apart' in 'apartment': it is a living space that is set 'apart' from others within a single large building.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the French 'appartement' and the Italian 'appartamento', which stems from 'appartare' meaning 'to separate or set apart'.

Padrões gramaticais

Countable noun Regular plural: apartments Commonly preceded by 'in' or 'at the' (when referring to a specific building location)
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Contexto cultural

In dense metropolitan areas like New York, Tokyo, or London, living in an apartment is often a symbol of urban lifestyle rather than a lack of resources for a house.

Quiz rápido

After the reception, the visiting dignitaries were escorted back to their private ___ in the west wing of the palace.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: apartments

Palavras relacionadas

contraposable

C1

To subject a logical proposition to contraposition, which involves negating both the subject and the predicate and reversing their order. This operation is used in formal logic to derive a statement that is logically equivalent to the original conditional statement.

inplictude

C1

The quality or state of being implicit rather than expressly stated. It refers to the presence of underlying meanings, suggestions, or unspoken assumptions within a communication or situation.

intravincive

C1

Describing the internal forces, bonds, or links within a structure or group that promote cohesion and stability. It refers to the quality of being self-binding or inwardly connected, often preventing a system from breaking apart.

disturbward

C1

Describing a direction, tendency, or progression toward a state of disturbance, agitation, or disorder. It characterizes something that is increasingly becoming unsettled or disruptive rather than maintaining stability.

abdocion

C1

Describing a movement, force, or logical process that leads away from a central axis or established standard. It is primarily used in specialized technical contexts to describe muscles pulling a limb away from the body or ideas that diverge from a main thesis.

postturbism

C1

Relating to the state of calm or the specific social and psychological atmosphere that follows a period of intense upheaval or turbulence. It describes the condition of recovering order while still being shaped by the lingering effects of the preceding chaos.

undercidcide

C1

Refers to a state where a decision or ruling has been formulated at a subordinate or preliminary level but remains subject to higher-level review or finalization. It characterizes a provisional stage in legal or administrative processes where a result is pending official confirmation.

commedicy

C1

Describing something that possesses the structural or thematic essence of a traditional comedy, often characterized by a lighthearted tone and a resolution of conflict. It is used primarily in literary or theatrical analysis to denote the inherent 'spirit' of a humorous work.

foresedty

C1

To preemptively arrange, settle, or establish a situation in order to prevent future complications. It involves taking decisive action based on a prediction to ensure a stable and resolved state before a specific event occurs.

macrophotoity

C1

To capture or document subjects at extreme magnification, typically using specialized photographic equipment to reveal details invisible to the naked eye. This verb describes the action of producing high-resolution, close-up imagery for scientific, forensic, or artistic purposes.

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