Houseguest Meaning in English
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Definition
A person who is staying at someone’s house for a short period, usually as a guest invited to visit.
Usage & Nuances
"Houseguest" is a specific term for someone invited to stay overnight or for a few days, not just visiting for a meal or a few hours. Common with verbs: 'have a houseguest', 'be a houseguest'. More formal than 'visitor' or 'guest' in everyday conversation.
Example Sentences
We have a houseguest staying with us this week.
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Being a good houseguest means respecting the host's rules.
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Have you ever been a houseguest at someone else’s place?
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My parents don’t mind having a houseguest for a few nights, but not for weeks.
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It takes trust to let a houseguest use your kitchen and personal things.
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We hadn’t planned for a houseguest, but we made it work last minute.
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