flatmate

[ˈflæt.meɪt]

flatmate Definition

a person who shares an apartment or flat with another person or people.

Using flatmate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "flatmate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I live with my flatmate in a two-bedroom apartment.

  • Example

    My flatmate and I split the rent and utilities evenly.

  • Example

    Finding a compatible flatmate can be challenging.

  • Example

    I'm looking for a new flatmate to move in next month.

flatmate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for flatmate

Phrases with flatmate

  • a person who is easy to live with, considerate, and respectful of shared spaces

    Example

    I lucked out with my current flatmate - she's a really good flatmate.

  • a person who is difficult to live with, messy, noisy, or disrespectful of shared spaces

    Example

    My last flatmate was a nightmare - he was always loud and messy. He was a really bad flatmate.

  • a person who has recently moved in and is still adjusting to the shared living arrangement

    Example

    I need to show the new flatmate where we keep the cleaning supplies.

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Summary: flatmate in Brief

'Flatmate' [ˈflæt.meɪt] refers to a person who shares an apartment or flat with another person. It is often used interchangeably with 'roommate' or 'housemate'. Finding a good flatmate can make shared living arrangements much easier, while a bad flatmate can make it difficult. Phrases like 'new flatmate' refer to someone who has recently moved in.

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