Renting an Apartment: Viewing and Applying
Arrange viewings, ask about lease terms, and complete rental applications with references.
Scenario Goal
You will be able to inquire about listings, understand lease clauses, and submit applications.
Practice Flow
Start with the keywords that show up most often in this situation.
Learn the core phrase patterns before you try to respond on your own.
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Keywords
The words most worth learning first for this situation.
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How To Say It
Use these natural phrases to sound confident in real situations.
Why it works
This phrase is clear, natural, and easy to use in this situation.
Don't Say This
Common mistakes and how to sound more natural.
I want to apply this apartment.
Say instead
I want to apply for this apartment.
Is deposit returnable?
Say instead
Is the deposit refundable?
Can I bring pet inside?
Say instead
Can I bring a pet?
How many months rent do you need?
Say instead
How many months' rent do you require?
Quick Recap
Keep these points in mind before you start.
Key Takeaways
Situation goal
You will be able to inquire about listings, understand lease clauses, and submit applications.
Useful phrase
Start with a line like "Can I schedule a viewing?".
Stay natural
Use clear, polite wording that matches the context instead of translating too literally.
Key Phrases to Know
- 1
Can I schedule a viewing?
- 2
Is the deposit refundable?
- 3
How do I submit my application?
Cultural Note
租房流程比中国更依赖信用记录和书面材料:房东常要求 credit check、proof of income、reference letter 或 guarantor;另外,某些费用(application fee、holding fee、pet deposit)通常不全退,要在签约前问清楚退款条件。
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