Flatmates & house rules
Bins, bills, guests and cleaning: the house-share chat you need.
It's bin day. Whose turn is it to take the bins out?
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Chores and cleaning4
- Whose turn is it to take the bins out?The classic house-share argument.
- Shall we do a cleaning rota?A rota is a schedule of whose turn it is.
- Could you not leave your washing-up in the sink?'The washing-up' = dirty dishes, pans and cutlery.
- The washing machine's finished, mind if I take your stuff outAsk before moving someone's laundry.
Food and guests5
- Who's been nicking my milk?'Nick' = steal (informal).
- Help yourselfA real offer to take some.
- Do you mind if a mate stays over this weekend?A courtesy check before guests.
- Just a heads-up, I've got people round on FridayAdvance warning, so nobody can complain later.
- I'm sticking the kettle on, want oneOffering tea.
Bills and heating3
Polite complaints3
Check yourself15 questions
Question 1 of 15
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