housing complex
[ˈhaʊzɪŋ ˈkɒmpleks]
nounpl: housing complexes
complexo habitacional
1. A large group of residential buildings built together as a single development, typically including multiple units such as apartments, townhouses, or condominiums, often with shared amenities and facilities
The new housing complex downtown includes 500 apartments and a community center.
O novo complexo habitacional no centro inclui 500 apartamentos e um centro comunitário.
2. A planned residential community designed as an integrated whole, often with architectural unity and shared spaces
Families moved into the housing complex attracted by the affordable rents and excellent schools nearby.
As famílias se mudaram para o complexo habitacional atraídas pelos aluguéis acessíveis e pelas excelentes escolas próximas.
In Brazil, 'complexo habitacional' often refers to large residential developments, particularly government-subsidized housing projects aimed at lower-income populations. The term 'condomínio' is also widely used and frequently emphasizes security features like gated entrances and security personnel, reflecting the urban safety concerns in major Brazilian cities. In the USA, 'housing complex' is a neutral term describing any multi-unit residential development, ranging from luxury to affordable housing.
NYC Slang
projects (when referring to public housing complexes); residential development
Related Idioms & Phrases
live in a housing complex
housing complex development
affordable housing complex
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