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Tenement
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afgeleefd appartement, slechte wooncondities
a run-down apartment house barely meeting minimal standards
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flatgebouw, woningen
a large building consisting of several apartments, particularly in a poor neighborhood
What is a "tenement"?
A tenement is a large building that is divided into multiple small apartments or units, usually for people with low incomes. These buildings are often found in crowded urban areas and are typically older, sometimes poorly maintained, with basic amenities. Tenements were originally built to provide affordable housing for working-class families, but they are sometimes associated with poor living conditions, such as limited space, inadequate plumbing, or insufficient lighting. Despite these challenges, tenements remain an important form of housing in many cities around the world.
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Voorbeeld
The city implemented regulations to improve the safety and living conditions of tenement dwellers, requiring landlords to provide basic amenities such as sanitation facilities and ventilation.
The old tenement building housed multiple families in small, cramped apartments, each with its own distinct character and stories to tell.
Despite its dilapidated appearance, the tenement served as a refuge for those struggling to make ends meet, offering a semblance of stability and belonging.
