reside

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 居 relates to residing or a dwelling; its on-reading is きょ and its kun-readings include い.
• Basic usage: 居間(いま) means a living room, while 住居(じゅうきょ) means a residence or dwelling.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• A living room within a home and the dwelling
  • 居間 identifies the living room where the family gathers after dinner. 居間の窓 means the living room window.
  • 住居 is a place to live, as when looking for a dwelling near one's company. Whereas 居間 is a particular space inside a home, 住居 identifies the dwelling.