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
Usage: 自宅 is somewhat formal. In casual conversation, 家 or うち is more common.
Related Words
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家 (house, home)
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別宅 (separate residence)
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持ち家 (owned home)
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うち (my home)
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本宅 (main residence)
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家宅 (house)