neighborhood

/ˈneɪ.bɚ.hʊd/
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A part of a town or city around a home, or the people who live there.

Examples

  • Several families in the neighborhood helped us.
  • We moved to this neighborhood last year.
  • The neighborhood is quieter at night.
  • There is a small park in our neighborhood.
  • Do you know a good café in this neighborhood?

Similar words

community
area
district

Meanings

Local area

noun
places
neutral
The area of a town or city around where someone lives, considered as a place or its residents.

Examples

  • We moved to this neighborhood last year.
  • There is a small park in our neighborhood.
  • The neighborhood is quieter at night.
  • Several families in the neighborhood helped us.
  • Do you know a good café in this neighborhood?

Similar words

Etymology

From neighbor and the noun suffix -hood, meaning the area or community of nearby people.

FAQ

What is a neighborhood?

It is a local area of a town or city, often around where people live.

Can neighborhood mean the people there?

Yes. It can refer to the residents as a group.

Is neighborhood American spelling?

Yes. British English usually writes neighbourhood.

Does a neighborhood have fixed borders?

Not always. People often use the word for a generally understood local area.

Can a neighborhood contain shops?

Yes. Homes, shops, parks, and streets can all be part of it.

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