city
Translation
city, town
Examples
Paris is a beautiful city.
Paris is a beautiful city.
He lives in the city center.
He lives in the city centre.
Grammar Patterns
a large town. London is a very big city.
Similar Words
Synonyms: metropolis, town; Antonyms: countryside, village
Etymology
From Latin 'civitas', meaning 'citizenship, community of citizens'.
Memory Tips
A 'city' is where 'citizens' live. Both words share the same root.