building resident

[/ˈbɪldɪŋ ˈrezɪdənt/]
nounpl: building residents
morador do edifício
1. A person who lives in a residential building or apartment complex
The building resident complained about the noise from the construction work.
O morador do edifício reclamou do barulho do trabalho de construção.
2. An occupant or tenant of a multi-unit residential structure
All building residents must follow the condominium rules.
Todos os moradores do edifício devem seguir as regras do condomínio.
In Brazil, the term 'morador do edifício' or 'condômino' is commonly used in urban areas where apartment living is prevalent. Condominium rules and resident associations are important aspects of apartment community life in Brazil. In the USA, 'building resident' is standard terminology used in lease agreements, building management communications, and legal documents.
NYC Slang
apartment dweller; building resident is standard across all US regions
Synonyms / Sinônimos
residenttenantoccupantdwellerinhabitant
Antonyms / Antônimos
non-residentvisitorguest

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
morador do edifício
Most common and formal usage
Rio de Janeiro
morador
Shortened form commonly used in urban areas
São Paulo
condômino
Used specifically when referring to residents in condominiums
Portugal
residente do edifício
More literal translation used in European Portuguese

Related Words

apartment dwellercondominium residenttenantlandlordbuilding managementresidential building

Related Idioms & Phrases

building resident association
building resident rights
building resident handbook
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