家
Reading: いえ
Meaning: house, home, household, family
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Example Sentence
新しい 家 を 建てた
I built a new house.
Usage Notes
Refers to a physical house or building where people live. Can also refer to one's home or household. Distinct from うち which is more colloquial for 'home/my place'.
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