1.
one's own home, one's house
The home or residence where one lives.
自宅 means one's own home, emphasizing ownership or personal residence.
Common collocations:
- 自宅で働く (to work from home)
- 自宅に戻る (to return home)
- 自宅療養 (home rest/recovery)
- 自宅待機 (staying home, home standby)
- 自宅学習 (studying at home)
- 自宅勤務 (working from home)
Similar words:
- 家 / うち (home - casual)
- 住宅 (housing, residence - general term)
- 居宅 (residence - formal/legal)
Usage: 自宅 is somewhat formal. In casual conversation, 家 or うち is more common.