utility sharing
[ˈjuːtɪləti ˈʃɛərɪŋ]
nounpl: utility sharings
compartilhamento de utilidades
1. the practice of sharing the costs of utilities (electricity, water, gas, internet) among multiple residents or tenants of a property
In the apartment building, utility sharing helps reduce individual costs for each tenant.
No prédio de apartamentos, o compartilhamento de utilidades ajuda a reduzir os custos individuais para cada inquilino.
2. an arrangement where utilities are split equally or proportionally among occupants of shared living spaces
The roommates agreed on utility sharing to make living expenses more affordable.
Os companheiros de quarto concordaram com o compartilhamento de utilidades para tornar as despesas de moradia mais acessíveis.
3. in technology, the practice of sharing software applications or digital services among multiple users
Cloud-based utility sharing allows companies to reduce IT infrastructure costs.
O compartilhamento de utilidades baseado em nuvem permite que as empresas reduzam os custos de infraestrutura de TI.
Utility sharing is particularly common in Brazil among students, young professionals, and in urban rental markets where housing costs are high. In the USA, especially in cities like New York, utility sharing among roommates is standard practice. In both cultures, clear agreements about utility sharing are important to avoid disputes among residents.
NYC Slang
splitting utilities / going halfsies on bills
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