B2noun 2K

District

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

Meaning of District

an area of a country or town, especially one that has particular features

In simple words: A part of a city or town with specific features.

District in a sentence

• The school district holds an annual meeting to discuss budget issues.
• She moved to a new district for her job, seeking better opportunities.
• The city is divided into several districts, each with its own unique charm.
• In the district court, the judge made an important ruling.
• The proposed district for the new park will benefit the community.

How to use District

Use 'district' when referring to specific areas, like school districts or business districts. It's appropriate in both written and spoken contexts but might sound too formal in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Remember 'district' like 'this-trick'—imagine using a trick to find your way through a specific area.

Related words

Collocations with District

• neighbouring/​neighboring
• surrounding
• central
• create
• draw
• redraw
• stretch
• include something
• offer something
• authority
• council
• attorney
• in a/​the district
• within a/​the district
• neighbouring/​neighboring
• surrounding
• central
• create
• draw
• redraw
• stretch
• include something
• offer something
• authority
• council
• attorney
• in a/​the district
• within a/​the district

Synonyms for District

• area
• zone
• neighborhood
• sector
• division

Opposites of District

• whole
• entirety

Common mistakes with District

• Confusing 'district' with 'region' - a region can be larger and not necessarily divided like a district.
• Using 'district' to refer to moving locations instead of areas.
• Saying 'the district of New York' instead of 'New York City district' when referring to specific areas.

Frequently asked questions about District

What does District mean?

A part of a city or town with specific features.

What is the definition of District?

an area of a country or town, especially one that has particular features

How do you use District in a sentence?

The school district holds an annual meeting to discuss budget issues.

Can you give another example of District?

She moved to a new district for her job, seeking better opportunities.

What are synonyms for District?

Common alternatives include area, zone, neighborhood, sector, division.

What is the opposite of District?

Opposite meanings include whole, entirety.

What words go with District?

It commonly pairs with neighbouring/​neighboring, surrounding, central, create, draw, redraw, stretch, include something, offer something, authority, council, attorney, in a/​the district, within a/​the district, neighbouring/​neighboring, surrounding, central, create, draw, redraw, stretch, include something, offer something, authority, council, attorney, in a/​the district, within a/​the district.

What are common mistakes when using District?

Confusing 'district' with 'region' - a region can be larger and not necessarily divided like a district. Using 'district' to refer to moving locations instead of areas. Saying 'the district of New York' instead of 'New York City district' when referring to specific areas.

How do you pronounce District?

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

When should I use District?

Use 'district' when referring to specific areas, like school districts or business districts. It's appropriate in both written and spoken contexts but might sound too formal in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is District?

"District" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.