Apartments: meaning, definitions and examples

Plural of 'apartment,' referring to more than one housing unit of this kind.

• The new building down the street has over 100 apartments.
• They are looking to rent apartments in different parts of the city.

Commonly used in British English and other varieties outside North America to describe a self-contained housing unit that occupies part of a building.

• She rented a flat in London for the summer.
• His new flat is just a short walk from his workplace.

A more generic term, often used in Australia and New Zealand, to describe any self-contained housing space within a larger building or complex.

• They live in a small unit near the city center.
• We are looking to buy a unit in this neighborhood.

Short for 'condominium,' often used in the United States and Canada to refer to a privately owned unit within a building that has shared amenities.

• They bought a condo by the beach.
• The condo includes access to a swimming pool and gym.

Use this word when talking about individual living units within a larger building, typically in urban areas. Ideal for housing situations where multiple families or individuals live in separate units.

• She moved to a new apartment in the city center.
• They are looking to lease an apartment close to their workplace.

This term is broader and can refer to any place where people stay temporarily or semi-permanently, including hotels, hostels, or rented rooms. It is also used to describe living arrangements when traveling or studying.

• The university provides accommodation for all its students.
• Finding suitable accommodation during the holiday season can be challenging.