This is the 8091st most frequent Japanese word.
家々
"家々" means "houses" or "homes," referring to multiple dwellings.
In this sentence, "家々" (ieie) refers to multiple houses collectively, emphasizing their presence as distinct entities yet forming part of a scenery.
山のふもとの家々が、夕陽に照らされている。
The houses at the foot of the mountain are illuminated by the sunset.
Here, "家々" is used to describe a group of houses along the river, focusing on their appearance and historical atmosphere.
川沿いに並ぶ家々には昔の風情が感じられる。
The houses lining the river have an old-fashioned charm.
In this context, "家々" conveys the idea of various houses collectively experiencing the event of snow accumulating.