General
flat
What does flat mean?
A rented dwelling; 'flatting' is sharing a rented house, and 'flatmates' are housemates.
"I'm flatting with three mates in town."
Origin
British and Australasian term for an apartment; 'flatting' is distinctively Kiwi.
Frequently asked questions
What is a flat?
A flat is a rented apartment or dwelling. In New Zealand 'flatting' means sharing a rented house and your 'flatmates' are the people you share with.
What does flatting mean in New Zealand?
Flatting is the very common Kiwi term for renting and living in a shared house, especially among students and young people.
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