Sought-after area

SAWT-ahf-ter AIR-ee-uh

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What it really means

Advert language for a popular, desirable neighbourhood — and a warning that the price reflects it. "Sought-after" literally means many people want to live there. Check the area yourself at different times of day.

Chinese explanation

广告用语，指受欢迎、抢手的地段——同时也暗示价格不菲。"Sought-after"字面意思是很多人想住在那里。最好自己在不同时间段去实地感受。

Example conversation

A: It’s in a sought-after area near the park. B: Which explains the rent. Is it still worth it for the location?

A：它位于公园附近的抢手地段。 B：难怪房租那么高。为了位置花这个钱值吗？

What you could say back

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Related phrases

Excellent transport links A stone's throw from In high demand

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