1.
mansion; palatial residence; luxurious home
A large, expensive, and impressive private residence. Emphasizes grandeur and luxury rather than mere size.
丘の上に豪邸が建っている。
A mansion stands on top of the hill.
有名な俳優が豪邸を購入したらしい。
Apparently a famous actor bought a mansion.
プールつきの豪邸に住むのが子供の頃からの夢だった。
Living in a mansion with a pool has been my dream since I was a child.
USAGE:
Always implies wealth and luxury. Often appears in celebrity gossip, real estate features, and lifestyle media. Unlike 大きい家 which simply describes size, 豪邸 conveys impressiveness and opulence.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 豪邸を構える (to set up a grand residence)
- 豪邸暮らし (life in a mansion)
- 億ション並みの豪邸 (a mansion rivaling a luxury condo)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 邸宅: stately residence — formal, slightly more neutral; used in real estate and legal contexts
- 屋敷: estate — often implies a large property with grounds, can be old or traditional