Noun
/tɛr.əst haʊs/
A terraced house is a style of residential building characterized by a row of similar houses that are joined together side by side. Each house is typically uniform in appearance and shares walls with its neighboring houses. This type of structure is commonly found in urban environments, especially in the UK.
In the English language, the term "terraced house" is frequently used in discussions about real estate, housing design, and urban living. It is somewhat more prevalent in written contexts, particularly in housing advertisements, academic articles on urban studies, and sociological discussions about housing trends. However, it can also appear in casual conversation when discussing living arrangements.
The cost of a terraced house in London has risen dramatically over the past decade.
El costo de una casa adosada en Londres ha aumentado dramáticamente en la última década.
She prefers living in a terraced house because of the vibrant community atmosphere.
Prefiere vivir en una casa adosada debido a la vibrante atmósfera comunitaria.
They decided to buy a terraced house for its affordability and close-knit neighborhood.
Decidieron comprar una casa adosada por su asequibilidad y el vecindario unido.
While the term "terraced house" itself is not used in many idiomatic expressions, it may appear in discussions about housing conditions or neighborhood dynamics. Here are a few sentences that provide context wherein this term might relate to idiomatic expressions of home and community:
Home is where the heart is, and a terraced house can be just as cozy as a detached one.
El hogar está donde está el corazón, y una casa adosada puede ser tan acogedora como una independiente.
Living in a terraced house means you're always in the thick of things with your neighbors.
Vivir en una casa adosada significa que siempre estás en medio de las cosas con tus vecinos.
In a terraced house, you get the best of both worlds: a community feel without sacrificing privacy.
En una casa adosada, obtienes lo mejor de ambos mundos: una sensación de comunidad sin sacrificar la privacidad.
The term "terraced house" is derived from the word "terrace," which comes from the Old French "terrasse," meaning a terrace or platform; this, in turn, is from the Latin "terra," which means "earth" or "land." The concept of a "terraced house" relates to the architectural design where houses are built on the same level as a series of terraces. The word "house" is of Germanic origin, from Old English "hus," meaning shelter or dwelling.
Synonyms:
- Row house
- Townhouse
- Attached house
Antonyms:
- Detached house
- Single-family home
- Standalone house