cyun1 uk1村屋
Jyutpingcyun1 uk1
Yalechyūn ūk
Definition
Village house; a small, independent house located in a rural area or village.
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How it's used
Village houses are a distinct type of property in Hong Kong, often found in the New Territories and outlying islands. They are typically three stories high and are subject to specific land rights and building regulations that differ from standard urban apartments. Living in one often implies a quieter, more spacious lifestyle compared to the cramped conditions of city flats.
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gaan1間gānExamples
He moved into a village house.
Do you like living in a village house?
Related words
Common phrases
ground floor of a village house
top floor of a village house
Common mistake
Learners often confuse these with detached houses in Western suburbs, but in Hong Kong, they are specifically tied to indigenous land rights and rural zoning, so they are not just any house outside the city center.
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