surrounding
Translation
surrounding
Examples
The surrounding area is very quiet.
The surrounding area is very quiet.
Grammar Patterns
the surrounding ((noun)) the area or things around (sth.) We explored the surrounding countryside.
Similar Words
Synonyms: neighbouring, adjacent; Antonyms: distant, remote
Etymology
Present participle of the verb 'surround'. From 'sur-' (around) + 'round'.
Memory Tips
Think of the area or things that are 'rounding' 'sur-' (around) a central point.