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"House" vs. "home": exploring where we live and belong
Anwar Kareem 08/11/2024, 22:36English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "house" and "home" refer to places where people live and are often used interchangeably in everyday language.
What is different?
A "house" is a physical structure or building, while "home" is more abstract and refers to a place of comfort, belonging, or emotional attachment.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
House- They just bought a new house in the suburbs.
- The house is painted a bright yellow color.
- There is a large tree in front of the house.
- There's no place like home.
- After a long trip, it's nice to come home.
- Home is where the heart is.
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