住まい

すまい
Alternative writings: 住い, 住居
JLPT:N2
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1

A dwelling, house, residence, or address — the place where someone lives.

Noun

Examples

引っ越しのため新しい住まいを探している。

I'm looking for a new place to live because I'm moving.

住まいの住所を市役所に届け出た。

I registered my address with the city office.

彼女は都心の便利な住まいに住んでいる。

She lives in a convenient residence in the city center.

2

Used as a suffix meaning one's way of living or lifestyle; when used as a suffix it may be pronounced 'ずまい'.

Noun (Suffix)Noun

Examples

この語は接尾語として使われるとき、読みが『ずまい』になることがある。

When this word is used as a suffix, it is sometimes pronounced 'ずまい'.

古い暮らしのずまい(住まい)の雰囲気を残す家が多い地域だ。

This area has many houses that retain the atmosphere of old living styles.

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