Semi-detached
SEM-ee-di-TACHT
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What it really means
A house joined to one neighbouring house, sharing a single wall — often just called a "semi". The classic British family home, usually with a garden. Quieter than a terrace but cheaper than a detached house.
Chinese explanation
与一户邻居共用一面墙的房子，常简称"semi"。是最经典的英国家庭住宅，通常带花园。比排屋安静，比独栋便宜。
Example conversation
A: We’re viewing a three-bed semi on Saturday.
B: Nice — semi-detached usually means a proper garden too.
A：我们周六去看一套三居室的半独立房。
B：不错——半独立房通常还带一个像样的花园。
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