How Do You Spell SUBURB?

Pronunciation: [sˈʌbɜːb] (IPA)

The word "suburb" is a common term used to refer to a residential area located on the outskirts of a city or town. The phonetic transcription of the word is /ˈsʌbərb/, which represents the four distinct sounds of the word. The first sound is "s", followed by a short "u" sound, "b", schwa sound, and "r". The "r" sound is pronounced due to the presence of an "r-controlled" sound in the word. This spelling reflects the English language's complex combination of letter-sound correspondences.

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SUBURB Meaning and Definition

  1. A suburb is defined as a residential area that is located on the outskirts of a city or urban center. It is characterized by its proximity to the city while maintaining a more suburban, spacious, and quieter lifestyle. Suburbs are usually designed to accommodate single-family homes, with larger lots and more green spaces compared to the urban core. These areas typically feature a low population density and a more relaxed, suburban lifestyle.

    Suburbs often offer a range of amenities such as schools, parks, shopping centers, and recreational facilities to cater to the needs of its residents. They provide a welcome escape from the noise, traffic, and congestion typically associated with city living, while still remaining within a convenient distance to urban amenities and job opportunities.

    The architecture found in suburbs varies, but it often leans towards a more traditional style, with detached houses and tree-lined streets. Suburbs are known for their tranquility and a sense of community, with residents typically forming strong bonds and engaging in neighborhood activities and events.

    Suburbs emerged and grew significantly during the 20th century as a result of urban sprawl and the desire for a more peaceful, family-oriented lifestyle. They are often regarded as a compromise between city living and rural areas, offering the benefits of both. Suburbs continue to evolve and expand as more people seek a balance between urban conveniences and the tranquility of a suburban lifestyle.

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Etymology of SUBURB

The word "suburb" originated in the late 14th century and was derived from the Latin word "suburbium". The Latin term itself was a combination of two words: "sub", meaning "under" or "near", and "urbs", meaning "city". As such, the etymology of "suburb" suggests that it was initially used to describe an area situated near or below a city. Over time, the word came to specifically denote residential areas on the outskirts of urban centers, where people lived outside the city but still within its vicinity.

Similar spelling words for SUBURB

  • SPREP,
  • SPRAP,
  • SBRAP,
  • SBRB,
  • superboy,
  • SBBRP,
  • SPRIP,
  • SOAPRP,
  • SOBRAPE,
  • HSBRP,
  • SPARP,
  • suburbia,
  • SPRB,
  • cyberrape,
  • SAPRP,
  • CIBRB,
  • SSPRP,
  • SBRP,
  • superb,
  • SPERP,
  • superba,
  • SEPIRB,
  • SPPRP,
  • PSPRB,
  • SSPRPA,
  • PSUPRB,
  • CEBRAP,
  • SBREB,
  • spaerobee,
  • SBYRP,
  • SUPREP,
  • SSBRP,
  • SOPPREP,
  • SPIRP,
  • superbly,
  • SPARB,
  • CEPRP,
  • SPRAB,
  • SPRPAE,
  • ZBARBA,
  • saprobe,
  • SPRBU,
  • SUPPREP,
  • SEPRP,
  • SPRHP,
  • suburban,
  • SBWRP,
  • SBARP,
  • SPIREP,
  • SUBRAP,
  • SPRPO,
  • WSBRP,
  • superboy-prime,
  • SuperAP,
  • superbia,
  • cyburbia,
  • SPRP,
  • CIPRB,
  • SBRRB,
  • superhype,
  • superbug,
  • CEPRAP,
  • SBRPA,
  • ZPRP,
  • spar buoy,
  • CEEPIRB,
  • SBIRP.

Plural form of SUBURB is SUBURBS

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