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UK/["/ˈneɪbəhʊd/"]/US/["/ˈneɪbərhʊd/"]/

Meaning of Neighbourhood

a district or an area of a town; the people who live there

In simple words: A nearby area where people live.

Neighbourhood in a sentence

  • She loves living in a friendly neighbourhood where everyone knows each other.
  • The neighbourhood is known for its beautiful parks and community events.
  • In this neighbourhood, people often gather for weekend markets and festivals.
  • He moved to a new neighbourhood that is much quieter than his previous one.
  • The children in the neighbourhood play together every evening after school.

How to use Neighbourhood

Use 'neighbourhood' to refer to a specific area in a city or town. It is appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it in very formal contexts where 'district' might be more suitable.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'neighbour' living next door in your 'hood' (neighbourhood).

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Collocations with Neighbourhood

Synonyms for Neighbourhood

Opposites of Neighbourhood

Common mistakes with Neighbourhood

  • Spelling confusion with 'neighbor' or 'neighborhood'.
  • Using 'neighbourhood' in singular form when discussing multiple areas.
  • Confusing with 'community' which has a broader meaning.

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Frequently asked questions about Neighbourhood

What does Neighbourhood mean?

A nearby area where people live.

What is the definition of Neighbourhood?

a district or an area of a town; the people who live there

How do you use Neighbourhood in a sentence?

She loves living in a friendly neighbourhood where everyone knows each other.

Can you give another example of Neighbourhood?

The neighbourhood is known for its beautiful parks and community events.

What are synonyms for Neighbourhood?

Common alternatives include vicinity.

What is the opposite of Neighbourhood?

Opposite meanings include isolation, desert, emptiness.

What words go with Neighbourhood?

It commonly pairs with friendly, nice, safe, build, create, establish, resident, boy, children, around the neighbourhood, round the neighbourhood, in a/​the neighbourhood, friendly, nice, safe, build, create, establish, resident, boy, children, around the neighbourhood, round the neighbourhood, in a/​the neighbourhood.

What are common mistakes when using Neighbourhood?

Spelling confusion with 'neighbor' or 'neighborhood'. Using 'neighbourhood' in singular form when discussing multiple areas. Confusing with 'community' which has a broader meaning.

How do you pronounce Neighbourhood?

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

When should I use Neighbourhood?

Use 'neighbourhood' to refer to a specific area in a city or town. It is appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it in very formal contexts where 'district' might be more suitable.

What CEFR level is Neighbourhood?

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