Word
timeshare
Phoneticstime·share, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈtaɪmˌʃɛɹ/
UK/tˈaɪmʃeə/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a holiday flat or house that several people own together, with each person using it for a set time each year. You pay for your share and the weeks you use.
n. a system of shared ownership of a holiday property in which multiple holders possess rights to use it during different recurring periods. Also refers to a property held under such an arrangement.
Examples
“They own a timeshare near the beach.”
“My parents bought a timeshare in Spain, so they spend two weeks there every spring.”
“Although the timeshare promised affordable luxury, rising maintenance fees soon made the couple question whether shared ownership was cheaper than booking hotels.”
Examples
simple
“They own a timeshare near the beach.”
contextual
“My parents bought a timeshare in Spain, so they spend two weeks there every spring.”
complex
“Although the timeshare promised affordable luxury, rising maintenance fees soon made the couple question whether shared ownership was cheaper than booking hotels.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “timeshare” in context.
Verb
01. buy timeshare
“They decided to buy a timeshare near the coast instead of a hotel.”
verb + noun
02. invest in timeshare
“They were advised not to invest in a timeshare without legal advice.”
verb + prep + noun
03. own timeshare
“We own a timeshare in Tenerife and go there every spring.”
verb + noun
04. sell timeshare
“After ten years, they tried to sell their timeshare at a loss.”
verb + noun
Adjective
05. beachfront timeshare
“We rented a beachfront timeshare for two weeks in August.”
adj + noun
06. expensive timeshare
“That expensive timeshare costs a fortune in yearly maintenance fees.”
adj + noun
07. luxurious timeshare
“They bought a luxurious timeshare overlooking the marina in Marbella.”
adj + noun
08. overseas timeshare
“My parents own an overseas timeshare they visit every October.”
adj + noun
09. buy a timeshare abroad
“Many couples buy a timeshare abroad to guarantee a yearly holiday.”
10. invest in an overseas timeshare
“Think carefully before you invest in an overseas timeshare.”
11. own a beachfront timeshare
“They own a beachfront timeshare they use every summer.”
12. pay maintenance fees for timeshare
“Owners must pay maintenance fees for their timeshare every year.”
Etymology
From time + share.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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