flatmate 的音标为 /ˈflætmeɪt/。这个词由 "flat"（公寓）和 "mate"（伙伴）组合而成，指合租同一套公寓的人，即“室友”或“合租伙伴”，常见于英式英语，美式英语中更常用 "roommate"。

用法说明

flatmate 指与他人共同租赁或居住在同一公寓内的人，通常共享公共空间（如厨房、客厅），但可能有各自的卧室。与 "housemate" 意思相近，但 "flatmate" 更强调住在公寓（flat）而非独立房屋（house）中。

例句

My flatmate and I split the rent equally every month.

I’m looking for a new flatmate because my current one is moving abroad.

It’s important to communicate with your flatmate about household chores.

My flatmate is a night owl, so we rarely see each other in the mornings.

We had a disagreement with our flatmate over the utility bills.

She became good friends with her flatmate after living together for a year.

Our flatmate always forgets to lock the door when leaving the house.

I need to find a flatmate who doesn’t smoke and keeps the place tidy.

My flatmate and I take turns cooking dinner during the week.

The landlord requires all flatmates to sign the rental agreement.

短语搭配

new flatmate 新室友

current flatmate 现任室友

former flatmate 前室友

find a flatmate 找室友

live with a flatmate 与室友同住

flatmate agreement 室友协议

flatmate conflict 室友矛盾

flatmate compatibility 室友兼容性

split bills with a flatmate 与室友分摊账单

share a flat with a flatmate 与室友合租公寓

Whether you’re moving to a new city or looking to reduce living costs, finding a reliable flatmate can significantly impact your daily life. Clear communication and mutual respect are key to maintaining a harmonious relationship with your flatmate—after all, they’re not just a housemate, but often a daily companion in the chaos of urban living. Have you ever had an unforgettable experience with a flatmate, positive or otherwise?