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suburbia

/səˈbɜːbɪ.ə/

Meanings
  • noun

    Residential areas on the outskirts of a city, typically with detached houses and developed infrastructure.

    - "The family moved to the suburbs to escape the noise and chaos of the city."
    - "Suburbia is characterized by its spacious homes and well-manicured lawns."

Pronunciation
  1. /səˈbɜːbɪ.ə/



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Variants
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suburbia , suburbias
Etymology
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Derived from the Latin 'suburbium', meaning 'outside the gates' or 'suburban' (outside the city)


Trivia
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  1. The first suburb was recorded in ancient Rome in the 2nd century BC.

  2. Suburbia is often associated with the American Dream, as it represents a place where families can own their own homes and live in relative safety and comfort.


Related Concepts
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  1. Urbanization: The process of transforming rural land into urban areas, often characterized by population growth, industrialization, and the development of infrastructure.

  2. Commute: The act of traveling to and from work, often involving long distances and significant time spent in transportation.


Culture
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Suburbia is a cultural phenomenon that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, characterized by its homogenous, middle-class population and its focus on the nuclear family. It has been the subject of much criticism for its perceived lack of diversity and its emphasis on conformity.

How to Memorize "suburbia"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a quiet, tree-lined street with detached houses and manicured lawns. Visualize the feeling of driving through a suburban neighborhood on a sunny afternoon.

  2. associate

    - Associate the term 'suburbia' with the image of a white picket fence and a well-manicured lawn. Think of the suburbs as a place where people live in detached houses with their families.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember that 'suburbia' starts with the letter 'S' and sounds like 'surban'. Use the mnemonic 'Suburban starts with S' to help remember the spelling and pronunciation.


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