Manhattan

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈmænˌhætən/

Definitions of Manhattan

noun a borough of New York City located mainly on Manhattan Island

Example Sentences

A1 I want to visit Manhattan.

A2 Manhattan is a borough of New York City.

B1 There are many famous attractions in Manhattan, such as Central Park and Times Square.

B2 Manhattan is known for its diverse culture and vibrant nightlife.

C1 The real estate prices in Manhattan are among the highest in the world.

C2 Manhattan skyline is iconic with its tall skyscrapers and stunning views.

adjective relating to or characteristic of Manhattan

Example Sentences

A1 I bought a Manhattan-themed postcard to send to my friend.

A2 She lives in a Manhattan-style apartment with a great view of the city.

B1 The restaurant served Manhattan cocktails as their specialty drink.

B2 The hotel had a Manhattan skyline view from the rooftop bar.

C1 The designer created a Manhattan-inspired fashion line for the runway show.

C2 The art gallery featured a collection of Manhattan-inspired paintings by local artists.

Examples of Manhattan in a Sentence

formal Manhattan is one of the five boroughs of New York City.

informal Let's take a trip to Manhattan and explore all the famous landmarks.

slang I love hanging out in Manhattan, it's always so lit.

figurative In the concrete jungle of Manhattan, dreams are made and broken.

Grammatical Forms of Manhattan

past tense

Manhattaned

plural

Manhattans

comparative

more Manhattan

superlative

most Manhattan

present tense

Manhattans

future tense

will Manhattan

perfect tense

have Manhattaned

continuous tense

is Manhattaning

singular

Manhattan

positive degree

Manhattan

infinitive

to Manhattan

gerund

Manhattaning

participle

Manhattaned

Origin and Evolution of Manhattan

First Known Use: 1609 year
Language of Origin: Lenape
Story behind the word: The word 'Manhattan' is derived from the Lenape language, spoken by the indigenous Lenape people who originally inhabited the area.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the island of Manhattan, the word 'Manhattan' has evolved to also signify the borough of New York City and the greater metropolitan area.