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2005.07.01
As beautiful and soul-satisfying as the country is, there are times when we all look to the city: for its energy, its cultural offerings, and its opportunities. New York, Paris, Tokyo, London ... These are places where every day can be an adventure, with new discoveries around every corner. Ready to explore?
THE CITY vs. URBAN 都会 vs. 都会の
- The expression the city is used to talk IN GENERAL about places where there are large numbers of homes, businesses, and other buildings.
The word urban is used to talk about things found in or connected with the city. - the city は一般的に、住宅や企業、店舗、その他の建物がたくさん集まっている場所つまり、都会のことです。
urban は、都市で見られる、または都市に関係のあるものを指すのに使います。
- I grew up in a very rural part of the country and always wanted to live in the city - any city. It didn't matter which one.
- Life in the city can sometimes be stressful because of the crowds and fast pace.
- Air pollution is often a problem in large urban areas.
- Urban development has really changed the downtown area. They've built a new museum of modern art, a concert hall, and a large shopping mall!
Have a terrific weekend!