Dictionary
English - Japanese
City
ˈsɪdi
Extremely common
400 - 500
400 - 500
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
都市 (とし, toshi), 市 (し, shi), 町 (まち, machi), シティ (してぃ, shiti)
City meanings in Japanese
都市 (とし, toshi)
Example:
Tokyo is a bustling city.
東京は賑やかな都市です。
She moved to a big city for her job.
彼女は仕事のために大都市に引っ越しました。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in both formal and informal settings to refer to urban areas.
Note: The term '都市' is commonly used in discussions about urban planning, demographics, and geography.
市 (し, shi)
Example:
Kyoto is a beautiful city.
京都は美しい市です。
This city has a rich history.
この市には豊かな歴史があります。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Typically used in administrative contexts or when referring to specific cities.
Note: The term '市' is often used to denote a city in official documents or legal contexts.
町 (まち, machi)
Example:
I grew up in a small city.
私は小さな町で育ちました。
The town is known for its festivals.
その町は祭りで知られています。
Usage: informalContext: Often used in casual conversations to refer to smaller urban areas or towns.
Note: While '町' can mean 'town', it is sometimes used interchangeably with 'city' in informal contexts.
シティ (してぃ, shiti)
Example:
They live in the city center.
彼らはシティセンターに住んでいます。
The shopping district is in the city.
ショッピング街はシティにあります。
Usage: informalContext: Used in casual conversation, often when borrowing from English.
Note: The term 'シティ' is a loanword from English and is often used in modern contexts, particularly in marketing and advertising.
City's synonyms
town
A town is a place with a smaller population and size compared to a city. It often has a more close-knit community.
Example: I live in a small town in the countryside.
Note: Towns are generally smaller in size and population than cities.
metropolis
A metropolis is a large and busy urban area, typically the main city in a region or country.
Example: New York City is a bustling metropolis with a diverse population.
Note: Metropolis emphasizes the size, busyness, and importance of the city.
urban center
An urban center is a significant city or town that serves as a hub for economic, cultural, and social activities.
Example: Tokyo is a major urban center known for its modern architecture and technology.
Note: Urban center is a broader term that can encompass cities, towns, and other developed areas.
City expressions, common phrases
Concrete jungle
This phrase describes a city with many tall buildings and a lot of activity, like a jungle but made of concrete instead of trees.
Example: New York City is often referred to as a concrete jungle due to its tall buildings and busy streets.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the urban and chaotic nature of a city compared to a natural jungle.
City that never sleeps
This phrase refers to a city that is always active and bustling, with things to do at all hours of the day and night.
Example: Las Vegas is known as the city that never sleeps because of its round-the-clock entertainment.
Note: The phrase conveys the idea of constant activity and liveliness unique to a city environment.
Big city
This phrase simply refers to a large urban area with a high population and many amenities.
Example: Moving from a small town to a big city can be overwhelming at first.
Note: It distinguishes between a significant urban area and smaller towns or cities.
City slicker
This phrase is used to describe someone who is sophisticated, stylish, or at ease in a city environment.
Example: He may be a city slicker, but he's got a lot of outdoor skills too.
Note: It highlights a person's urban lifestyle or demeanor compared to those from rural areas.
Inner city
This phrase refers to the central parts of a city, often associated with lower-income neighborhoods and urban challenges.
Example: The community center provides support for families living in the inner city.
Note: It specifically denotes the urban core or disadvantaged areas within a city.
City limits
This phrase refers to the boundaries that define the extent of a city's jurisdiction or legal authority.
Example: The new shopping mall is just outside the city limits.
Note: It indicates the outer boundaries or borders of a city, beyond which its authority may not apply.
City of lights
This phrase typically refers to a city known for its bright lights, especially at night, creating a visually stunning appearance.
Example: Paris is often called the City of Lights because of its early adoption of street lighting.
Note: It symbolizes a city's illumination and vibrancy, often related to its cultural or architectural splendor.
City everyday (slang) expressions
Cityscape
Refers to the visual appearance or view of a city's buildings and structures.
Example: The cityscape was breathtaking with all the skyscrapers lit up at night.
Note: Specifically focuses on the scenery and architecture of a city.
Urban jungle
Describes a city or urban area that is hectic, competitive, or difficult to navigate.
Example: Navigating through the busy streets of Tokyo felt like being in an urban jungle.
Note: Compares the complexities of city life to the challenges found in a natural jungle.
Downtown
Refers to the central or main business district of a city where commercial, cultural, and social activities are concentrated.
Example: Let's meet at the new café in downtown after work.
Note: Specifically denotes the central area of a city with a focus on business and cultural activities.
Skyscraper city
Describes a city with many tall buildings, especially skyscrapers.
Example: Dubai is known for its skyline filled with skyscraper buildings, making it a true skyscraper city.
Note: Highlights the high-rise nature of a city's architecture.
Concrete maze
Refers to the complex and intricate layout of a city's streets, particularly in areas with many tall buildings and structures.
Example: Getting lost in the concrete maze of downtown can be frustrating.
Note: Emphasizes the confusing and maze-like characteristics of navigating through a city.
Cityscape labyrinth
Describes the intricate and intricate network of streets, alleys, and structures in a city that can be confusing or maze-like.
Example: Exploring the cityscape labyrinth of narrow alleyways was an adventure.
Note: Combines 'cityscape' and 'labyrinth' to portray the complex and puzzling nature of urban environments.
City - Examples
The city is crowded with tourists.
I grew up in a small town.
Budapest is the capital city of Hungary.
City grammar
City - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: city
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): cities
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): city
Syllables, Separation and Stress
city Contains 1 syllables: city
Phonetic transcription: ˈsi-tē
city , ˈsi tē (The red syllable is stressed)
City - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
city: 400 - 500 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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