block of flats

noun
UK: /ˌblɒk əv ˈflæts/
US: /ˌblɑːk əv ˈflæts/

  1. A building that contains many apartments.

    1. They live in a block of flats near the park. [ ] [ ]
    2. Our new block of flats offers modern amenities and a convenient location for residents. [ ] [ ]

  2. A large building divided into separate apartments or homes.

    1. The block of flats has a great view of the city. [ ] [ ]
    2. Renovations are planned for the entire block of flats to improve energy efficiency. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

apartment building condominium tenement

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "block of flats" in English means: A building that contains many apartments., A large building divided into separate apartments or homes..

The phonetic transcription of "block of flats" is /ˌblɒk əv ˈflæts/ in British English and /ˌblɑːk əv ˈflæts/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "block of flats": apartment building, condominium, tenement.

Example usage of "block of flats": "They live in a block of flats near the park.". More examples on the page.