30日間オーストラリア英語 — 27日目
シェアハウス内見
Securing affordable accommodation in Australia's major cities, particularly Sydney and Melbourne, has become increasingly challenging for Working Holiday makers. The share house, a living arrangement in which multiple tenants occupy a single property, each renting an individual room while sharing communal areas, represents the most economically viable option for the majority of international visitors. Were one to search for a private apartment in the inner city, the monthly rent would likely exceed two thousand dollars, a figure that most budget-conscious travellers would consider prohibitive. Platforms such as Flatmates.com.au and Facebook Marketplace have emerged as the primary resources through which prospective tenants can browse available rooms, filtering by suburb, price range, and household preferences. It is strongly recommended that anyone considering a share house conduct a thorough inspection prior to committing, paying particular attention to the condition of communal facilities, the clarity of house rules, and the compatibility of existing housemates. Having identified a suitable property, the tenant is typically required to pay a bond equivalent to four weeks' rent, in addition to two weeks' rent in advance. This bond, which functions as a security deposit, is held in trust and returned upon departure, provided that no damage has been sustained.
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Q: オーストラリアのシェアハウスで通常支払うボンドはいくらですか？
Having viewed no fewer than eight share houses across Sydney over a period of two weeks, I can confidently say that this Newtown property surpassed all others in every respect. The moment I walked through the door, I was struck by the warmth with which the existing housemates, three of whom were also international travellers, welcomed me. The house, a beautifully maintained terrace built in the early twentieth century, features a spacious communal kitchen equipped with everything one could possibly need, a living room furnished with comfortable sofas and a large television, and a private courtyard where barbecues are regularly held. Were I asked to identify a single shortcoming, I might mention that the bathroom is shared among four people, which occasionally requires patience during morning routines. However, this minor inconvenience is far outweighed by the advantages. The bond, which amounted to 800 dollars, was registered with Fair Trading, a government body that ensures tenants' deposits are protected. Had I not discovered this place through a recommendation from a fellow backpacker, I would probably still be searching.
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Q: レビューの筆者がこの物件の唯一の欠点として挙げたのは何ですか？
シェアハウスの内見では次の質問が重要です。'Is the bond registered with Fair Trading?' (ボンドは公正取引局に登録されていますか？)、'What are the house rules regarding guests?' (ゲストに関するハウスルールは？)、'Are utilities included in the rent?' (光熱費は家賃に含まれますか？) これらを事前に準備しておくと安心です。
'The house in which I live...' や 'The housemates, three of whom were international...' のように、前置詞＋関係代名詞はフォーマルな表現です。日常会話では 'The house I live in' と前置詞を後置しますが、書き言葉では前置が好まれます。
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Q: 会話によると、週300ドルの家賃に含まれないものは何ですか？
今日のそのまま使える表現3つ
Key Sentencesを並べ替えて作ってみよう
Q1: 「都心でアパートを探すと、家賃は2,000ドルを超えるでしょう。」
Q2: 「私たちは家主がボンドを適切に登録するよう主張しました。」
Q3: 「そのうち3人も海外からの旅行者だったハウスメイトが私を迎えてくれました。」
今日のことを3行で書いてみよう
💡 今日の会話や文をマネしてOK！わからない英語は日本語のままで大丈夫。