うち
Meanings
1
one's house; one's home; one's family; one's household
usually written using kana alone
Refers to the speaker's own home or family; the 'one's' nuance is inherent. Often used when talking about one's own place or people.
See also: うち
I'll relax at home today.
Everyone in my family likes dogs.
2
usually written using kana alone
A generic 'house' (physical building), without the 'one's own' nuance. This usage is less common and somewhat informal; 家 (いえ) is more standard for a generic house.
There's a big house over there, isn't there?
Usage patterns
- うちに帰るto go home
I want to go home early today.
- うちにいるto be at home
I'm always home on weekends.
- うちの〈人〉my (family member)
My father takes a walk every morning.
- 〈人〉がうちに来るsomeone comes to my house
A friend is planning to come to my house soon.