Suburbs

Pronunciation: /ˈsʌbərbs/

Definitions of suburbs

noun a residential area on the outskirts of a city or town

Example Sentences

A1 I live in the suburbs of the city.

A2 There are many parks in the suburbs where children can play.

B1 Living in the suburbs can be more peaceful than in the city center.

B2 Many people choose to raise their families in the suburbs for a quieter lifestyle.

C1 The suburbs are experiencing rapid growth due to urban sprawl.

C2 The infrastructure in the suburbs is constantly being upgraded to accommodate the increasing population.

Examples of suburbs in a Sentence

formal The suburban neighborhoods are known for their well-maintained lawns and quiet streets.

informal I grew up in the suburbs and it was a pretty peaceful place to live.

slang Let's head to the 'burbs for some chill vibes.

figurative In the suburbs of my mind, everything is calm and orderly.

Grammatical Forms of suburbs

• plural: suburbs
• present tense: suburbs
• future tense: will suburbs
• perfect tense: have suburbs
• continuous tense: is suburbs
• singular: suburb
• positive degree: suburbs
• infinitive: to suburb
• gerund: suburbing
• participle: suburbed

Origin and Evolution of suburbs

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'suburbs' originated from the Latin word 'suburbium', which referred to the area outside the walls of a city.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'suburbs' has come to refer to residential areas on the outskirts of a city, often characterized by single-family homes and a suburban lifestyle.