uk1 jyun2屋苑
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Definition
A housing estate consisting of one or more residential buildings with shared facilities.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to modern residential developments that include shared amenities like clubhouses, gardens, or security services. It is distinct from older, standalone buildings or public housing blocks, which are usually referred to as 樓 or 屋邨. The term carries a connotation of a self-contained community with a managed environment.
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The environment in this housing estate is very quiet, it is very comfortable to live in.
Which housing estate do you live in?
Related words
Common phrases
private housing estate
large-scale housing estate
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 屋邨, which specifically refers to public housing estates managed by the government. Using 屋苑 for a public housing estate sounds incorrect to locals.
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