metropolitan
/ˌmetrəˈpɒlɪtən/ · /ˌmetrəˈpɑːlɪtən/
CEFR level C1Topic CityWord #6443 in the learning path
大都市的；都市圈的
Definitions
adj. relating to a large city and its surrounding communities
大都市的；都市圈的
Example
Our metropolitan rail network connects the suburbs to downtown.
我们的都市铁路网连接郊区与市中心。
Efficient public transport across metropolitan areas can reduce traffic congestion and improve access to employment opportunities.
覆盖都市圈的高效公共交通能缓解交通拥堵，并让人们更便捷地获得就业机会。
Collocations
- metropolitan area
- metropolitan region
- metropolitan population
Word family
- metropolis (n.)
Synonyms
- urban
Antonyms
- rural
Usage tip
不专指首都；metropolitan area通常包括市区和周边郊区。
FAQ
- What does metropolitan mean?
- relating to a large city and its surrounding communities
- How is metropolitan pronounced?
- UK /ˌmetrəˈpɒlɪtən/, US /ˌmetrəˈpɑːlɪtən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
