room
mate
复数形式
roommates
1
室友, 同屋
a person sharing a room, apartment, or house with one or more people
- She met her roommate on the first day of college and they quickly became friends.
她在大学的第一天遇到了她的室友，他们很快就成了朋友。
- Living with a roommate can help reduce the cost of rent.
与室友同住有助于降低租金成本。
- He and his roommate often cook dinner together in the shared kitchen.
他和他的室友经常在共用厨房一起做晚饭。
- They had some disagreements at first, but now they are getting along well as roommates.
起初他们有些分歧，但现在作为室友相处得很好。
- Finding a compatible roommate is essential for a peaceful living environment.
找到一个相容的室友对于平静的生活环境至关重要。
2
生活伴侣, 同居伴侣
a same-sex significant other with whom one lives
Roommate is a slang term historically used as a discreet reference to a same-sex romantic partner with whom one shares a home. The expression was common in periods and locations where openly acknowledging such relationships could lead to social, legal, or professional consequences. It served as a socially acceptable explanation for cohabitation, avoiding unwanted attention or suspicion. The term appears in personal accounts, historical records, and obituaries as a coded way to indicate a long-term partnership without explicitly stating its romantic nature.
- That roommate cooked breakfast for both of them every morning.
室友每天早上为他们两人做早餐。
- Everyone joked about her new roommate being extra affectionate.
所有人都开玩笑说她的新室友特别深情。
- A roommate can be more than just a coinhabitant; they're your partner.
室友可以不仅仅是同住者；他们是你的伴侣。
- That roommate held hands with them while watching a movie at home.
室友在家看电影时与他们手牵手。
- He captioned the photo: "My favorite roommate ever ❤️."
他给照片配了文字：“有史以来我最喜欢的室友❤️。”