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UK//ˈneɪbəhʊd//US//ˈneɪbərhʊd//

Meaning of Neighborhood

A region characterized by residences and social interactions.

In simple words: A local area where people live and interact.

Neighborhood in a sentence

  • She loves walking in her neighborhood in the evenings.
  • The neighborhood has many parks and friendly people.
  • We moved to a safer neighborhood last year.
  • There's a festival happening in the neighborhood this weekend.
  • He knows everyone in his neighborhood well.

How to use Neighborhood

Use 'neighborhood' to describe residential areas. Avoid in formal writing when a more specific term can be used.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'neighbor' and 'hood' as your home area.

Related words

Collocations with Neighborhood

  • local neighborhood
  • friendly neighborhood
  • urban neighborhood
  • neighborhood watch
  • neighborhood association

Synonyms for Neighborhood

Opposites of Neighborhood

Common mistakes with Neighborhood

  • Mixing up with 'neighbour', which is British English spelling.
  • Confusing with 'community', which can imply a larger or organized group.

Compare Neighborhood with Community, District, Area, Vicinity

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Frequently asked questions about Neighborhood

What does Neighborhood mean?

A local area where people live and interact.

What is the definition of Neighborhood?

A region characterized by residences and social interactions.

How do you use Neighborhood in a sentence?

She loves walking in her neighborhood in the evenings.

Can you give another example of Neighborhood?

The neighborhood has many parks and friendly people.

What are synonyms for Neighborhood?

Common alternatives include community, district, area, locale, vicinity.

What is the opposite of Neighborhood?

Opposite meanings include isolation, seclusion.

What words go with Neighborhood?

It commonly pairs with local neighborhood, friendly neighborhood, urban neighborhood, neighborhood watch, neighborhood association.

What are common mistakes when using Neighborhood?

Mixing up with 'neighbour', which is British English spelling. Confusing with 'community', which can imply a larger or organized group.

How do you pronounce Neighborhood?

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

When should I use Neighborhood?

Use 'neighborhood' to describe residential areas. Avoid in formal writing when a more specific term can be used.

What CEFR level is Neighborhood?

"Neighborhood" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.