ルームシェア

A wasei-eigo (Japanese-coined English) term from "room share." Refers to sharing an apartment or house with others, typically with separate bedrooms but shared common areas.

Common collocations

• ルームシェアする: to share an apartment
• ルームシェア可(か): room sharing allowed (property listing term)
• ルームシェア相手(あいて): room-sharing partner
• ルームシェア仲間(なかま): roommate

Cultural note

ルームシェア has become increasingly common, especially among young people in expensive cities like Tokyo. Many rental properties still prohibit it, so listings specifically noting ルームシェア可(か) are important when searching.

Similar words

• シェアハウス: share house (a building designed for shared living, with private rooms and shared facilities)
• 同居(どうきょ): living together (broader term, includes family)
• ルームメイト: roommate
• 同棲(どうせい): cohabitation (romantic partners)