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habitation

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˌhæbəˈteɪʃən/

KK: /hæbəˈteɪʃən/

noun
Definition

A place where people live or a type of environment where life exists.


Example

The old house became a new habitation for the family after renovations.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about what makes a good habitation?
Sloth B
Yeah, I think it should be comfortable and safe.
Sloth A
Exactly! I also believe it should reflect your personality.
Sloth B
For sure! It's important that it feels like home.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
dwelling
residence
abode
Antonyms
vacancy
desertion
emptiness
Root Explanation

Habitation → It is formed from "habitare" (meaning to dwell or live) and the suffix "-ion" (indicating the action or condition of). The word "habitation" refers to the condition or act of living in a place.

Memory Tip

Think of 'habitare' meaning to dwell, which helps you remember that 'habitation' is the act of living in a place.

Visually Confused Words
inhabitation
cohabitation
arbitration
agitation
reinhabitation
rehabilitation
recohabitation
hiation
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