der Metropolenraum
Translation
metropolitan area, metropolitan region
Examples
Der Metropolenraum Rhein-Ruhr ist dicht besiedelt.
The Rhine-Ruhr metropolitan area is densely populated.
Die Planung für den gesamten Metropolenraum ist komplex.
Planning for the entire metropolitan area is complex.
Grammar Patterns
in einem Metropolenraum in a metropolitan area Public transport is very important in a metropolitan area.
die Entwicklung eines Metropolenraums the development of a metropolitan area The development of a metropolitan area requires a lot of planning.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Ballungsraum (conurbation), Agglomeration
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Metropolen' (plural of Metropole) and 'Raum' (space, area). Literally 'metropolises' space'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Metropolen' (multiple metropolises) + 'Raum' (area). It's the area encompassing one or more major cities.