shacking

word · lemma: shack

Definition

"Shacking" is an informal term that means living together with someone you are romantically involved with, usually without being married. It can also refer to staying temporarily in a simple shelter or place.

Usage & Nuances

This is informal and sometimes considered old-fashioned. Most often refers to unmarried couples living together ('shacking up'). Not typically used in formal speech. Be careful: sometimes just 'shack' can mean a small, basic house.

Spanish: vivir juntos (sin casarse) - convivirPortuguese (BR): morar junto (sem casar) - coabitarPortuguese (PT): viver juntos (sem casar) - coabitarChinese (Simplified): 同居（未婚）Chinese (Traditional): 同居（未婚）Hindi: साथ रहना (बिना शादी के)Arabic: العيش معاً (بدون زواج)

Example Sentences

They have been shacking up since college.

basic

My brother is shacking in a cabin for the summer.

basic

We are shacking together until we find an apartment.

basic

I can’t believe she’s shacking up with her new boyfriend already.

natural

They started shacking together after just one date.

natural

We’re just shacking at the lake house for the weekend, nothing serious.

natural