A2noun 1K

Community

🇬🇧 UK /["/kəˈmjuːnəti/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/kəˈmjuːnəti/"]/

Meaning of Community

all the people who live in a particular area, country, etc. when talked about as a group

In simple words: A group of people living in the same area or having similar interests.

Community in a sentence

• The community came together to clean the park.
• She is actively involved in her local community.
• Our online community shares tips and advice.
• They organized a meeting for the community to discuss local issues.
• The artist contributed to the cultural community through her work.
• A sense of community is important for mental health.
• The community center offers classes for everyone.

How to use Community

Use 'community' to refer to a group that shares something in common, such as location or interest. It's appropriate in most contexts but can sound too formal in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

community + of + people/interest

Memory hint

Think of 'common unity' — a group of people united by something in common.

Related words

Collocations with Community

• large
• small
• close
• service
• work
• policing
• in a/​the community
• within a/​the community
• the community as a whole
• the community at large
• a/​the community of faith
• large
• small
• close
• service
• work
• policing
• in a/​the community
• within a/​the community
• the community as a whole
• the community at large
• a/​the community of faith

Synonyms for Community

• group
• society
• network
• association
• population

Opposites of Community

• isolation
• loneliness

Common mistakes with Community

• Confusing 'community' with 'society' — 'society' is broader.
• Using 'communities' in contexts where 'community' is needed.
• Not knowing how to describe different types, like 'online community' or 'local community'.

Frequently asked questions about Community

What does Community mean?

A group of people living in the same area or having similar interests.

What is the definition of Community?

all the people who live in a particular area, country, etc. when talked about as a group

How do you use Community in a sentence?

The community came together to clean the park.

Can you give another example of Community?

She is actively involved in her local community.

What are synonyms for Community?

Common alternatives include group, society, network, association, population.

What is the opposite of Community?

Opposite meanings include isolation, loneliness.

What words go with Community?

It commonly pairs with large, small, close, service, work, policing, in a/​the community, within a/​the community, the community as a whole, the community at large, a/​the community of faith, large, small, close, service, work, policing, in a/​the community, within a/​the community, the community as a whole, the community at large, a/​the community of faith.

What are common mistakes when using Community?

Confusing 'community' with 'society' — 'society' is broader. Using 'communities' in contexts where 'community' is needed. Not knowing how to describe different types, like 'online community' or 'local community'.

How do you pronounce Community?

US: /["/kəˈmjuːnəti/"]/, UK: /["/kəˈmjuːnəti/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Community?

Use 'community' to refer to a group that shares something in common, such as location or interest. It's appropriate in most contexts but can sound too formal in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Community?

"Community" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.