countryside
/ˈkʌntrisaɪd/
CEFR level A2Topic NatureWord #1339 in the learning path
乡村；农村地区
Definitions
n. land outside towns and cities, including fields, woods, and farms
乡村；农村地区
Example
We spent the weekend cycling through the quiet countryside.
我们周末在宁静的乡间骑车游玩。
Reliable public transport in the countryside can improve access to employment and reduce rural residents' dependence on cars.
乡村地区可靠的公共交通可以改善就业机会的可及性，并减少农村居民对汽车的依赖。
Collocations
- in the countryside
- surrounding countryside
- unspoilt countryside
- protect the countryside
Synonyms
- rural areas
Usage tip
通常不可数，常说the countryside，不说a countryside。
FAQ
- What does countryside mean?
- land outside towns and cities, including fields, woods, and farms
- How is countryside pronounced?
- UK /ˈkʌntrisaɪd/, US /ˈkʌntrisaɪd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
