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UK//ɪnˈhæbɪtənts//US//ɪnˈhæbɪtənts//

Meaning of Inhabitants

People or animals that live in a particular place.

In simple words: The people or animals that live in a place.

Inhabitants in a sentence

  • The inhabitants of the island have unique traditions.
  • Inhabitants of urban areas often face different challenges than those in rural places.
  • The city’s inhabitants took part in the annual festival.
  • Wild animals are also inhabitants of the forest ecosystem.
  • The survey revealed the preferences of the local inhabitants.

How to use Inhabitants

Generally used to describe people or creatures living in specific regions. Avoid using for temporary residents or visitors.

Grammar pattern

inhabitants + of + place

Memory hint

Imagine a house being 'inhabited' by a group of friendly 'bands'.

Related words

Collocations with Inhabitants

  • local inhabitants
  • native inhabitants
  • urban inhabitants
  • rural inhabitants
  • historical inhabitants

Synonyms for Inhabitants

Opposites of Inhabitants

Common mistakes with Inhabitants

  • Confusing 'inhabitants' with 'inhabited'.
  • Using 'inhabitants' for transient populations like tourists.
  • Omitting the preposition 'of' when specifying a location.

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Frequently asked questions about Inhabitants

What does Inhabitants mean?

The people or animals that live in a place.

What is the definition of Inhabitants?

People or animals that live in a particular place.

How do you use Inhabitants in a sentence?

The inhabitants of the island have unique traditions.

Can you give another example of Inhabitants?

Inhabitants of urban areas often face different challenges than those in rural places.

What are synonyms for Inhabitants?

Common alternatives include residents, dwellers, population, occupants, natives.

What is the opposite of Inhabitants?

Opposite meanings include visitors, nonresidents, foreigners.

What words go with Inhabitants?

It commonly pairs with local inhabitants, native inhabitants, urban inhabitants, rural inhabitants, historical inhabitants.

What are common mistakes when using Inhabitants?

Confusing 'inhabitants' with 'inhabited'. Using 'inhabitants' for transient populations like tourists. Omitting the preposition 'of' when specifying a location.

How do you pronounce Inhabitants?

US: //ɪnˈhæbɪtənts//, UK: //ɪnˈhæbɪtənts//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Inhabitants?

Generally used to describe people or creatures living in specific regions. Avoid using for temporary residents or visitors.