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bustling district

[ˈbʌsəlɪŋ ˈdɪstrɪkt]
noun phrasepl: bustling districts
bairro movimentado
1. a busy, lively area of a city or town with lots of activity, people, and commerce
The bustling district near the market was filled with shops and restaurants.
O bairro movimentado perto do mercado estava cheio de lojas e restaurantes.
2. a neighborhood characterized by constant movement, noise, and vibrant energy
Times Square is a bustling district known for its bright lights and crowds.
Times Square é um bairro movimentado conhecido por suas luzes brilhantes e multidões.
NYC Slang
busy hood; hot spot; happening neighborhood
Synonyms
lively neighborhoodvibrant areabusy quarteractive zonethriving district
Antonyms
quiet districtsleepy neighborhooddeserted areainactive zonepeaceful quarter

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
bairro movimentado
most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
bairro agitado
alternative term emphasizing liveliness and excitement
Rio de Janeiro
área animada
broader term for animated area
Portugal
bairro movimentado
standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

the hub of activity
where the action is
a hive of activity
teeming with life
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