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in common area vs in the common area

Both "in common area" and "in the common area" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "In common area" is used when referring to shared spaces in general, while "in the common area" is used when referring to a specific shared space.

Last updated: April 01, 2024 • 1627 views

in common area

This phrase is correct when referring to shared spaces in general.

This phrase is used when talking about areas that are shared or common to a group of people, without specifying a particular area.

Examples:

Residents are expected to keep noise levels down in common areas.
Smoking is not allowed in common areas of the building.

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The guest house has Wi-Fi Internet in common area, a TV lounge, bar/cafe, shared kitchen, terrace with tables and chairs where you can sit and enjoy a drink or snack, and 24 hour reception.
WI-FI service and washing machine are outside in common area in the second pool at 500m from the house.
Fireplace in common area; 24-hour Reception; Central heating; Security boxes; Family friendly rooms; Telephone for local and international calls; Computer with internet access in the living room; Meeting central patio and terrace; 24 hour security; Library
Free usage of computer in common area
Board games, CD player, Coffee/Tea facilities, Fridge, Ironing Board, Library, Microwave, Movie library, Parking, Radio, Telephone, Wi-Fi, Apt has a microwave, fridge and coffee maker, Snacks in Common area
All the apartments are well equipped with oven, freezer, refrigerator, stereo, TV satellite, air-conditioning, bathroom, hair dryer, Jacuzzi, swimming-pool in common area.
Amenities Basket, BBQ grill, Board games, CD player, Copier, DVD Player, Fireplace, Washer/dryer, Wet bar, Large fire pit in common area, Hammock

Alternatives:

in shared spaces
in communal areas
in public spaces
in common spaces
in areas shared by all

in the common area

This phrase is correct when referring to a specific shared space.

This phrase is used when referring to a particular shared space that is known or specified.

Examples:

Let's meet in the common area of the building.
There is a TV in the common area for everyone to use.

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Coffee is in the common area.
Available in the common area, a WI FI zone.
I'll just... sit here, in the common area and read my book.
WI-FI internet is available at the pool and in the common area in front of the apartments.
Feel free to watch TV in the common area or cook there.
They have a nice and clean kitchen, laundry, TV and DVD to watch movies in the common area and other facilities.
A computer with free internet is available in the common area.
Cable TV with free satellite in the common area.
The cafe is in the common area.
Guests can relax and mingle in the common area and watch cable TV.
I'm talking about the fact that Frank Gallo pulled a knife on you in the common area.
A big living room with sofa and TV, table with chairs and a hammock to rest with a sea fresh breeze are in the common area of the flat.
But we are very glad he pointed out this problem to us or we would not have known! That said, the internet was always strong in the common area downstairs, where he was able to work successfully.
The general aim of this proposal for a Council Framework Decision is to reinforce the right to liberty and the presumption of innocence in the European Union seen as a whole and promote equal treatment of all citizens in the common area of freedom, security and justice.
For services will enjoy a private bathroom complete with sanitary, sink and shower located in the common area.
The Flop. Next comes the Flop, where 3 cards are dealt face-up in the common area of the table, followed by another round of betting.
We can give you for 2 Euro/ or 500HUF continental breakfast, served in the common area a great chance to share travel experiences with friends or other guests. You can also enjoy free Internet access in the lobby.
A. Please tell them to stop chatting or to do in the common area. If they have no ear, please come to the reception and tell us about it.
Internet use (8 PC's, Skype & headsets + microphone, ICQ, MSN...) in the common area
In the common area children's park, with water fountains, garden.

Alternatives:

in the shared space
in the communal area
in the public space
in the common space
in the area shared by all

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