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Old 06-Jun-2007, 08:30
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Default Re: Flat vs Apartment
I agree with engee30. I would also add that "flat" is sometimes used to describe a type of apartment. For example, flats in San Francisco, CA are characterized by long hallways. A flat is a long, stretched-out apartment.

I hope that makes sense.

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