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city area
[/ˈsɪti ˈɛriə/]
noun
pl: city areas
área urbana
1.
A district or section of a city; an urban region within municipal boundaries
The downtown city area is known for its historic architecture.
A área urbana do centro é conhecida pela sua arquitetura histórica.
2.
The metropolitan zone or urban zone of a city as opposed to suburban or rural areas
Population density is higher in the city area.
A densidade populacional é maior na área urbana.
Synonyms
urban area
city district
metropolitan area
urban zone
downtown
Antonyms
rural area
countryside
suburbs
outskirts
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
área urbana
Most common usage in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
zona urbana
Regional variation
São Paulo
região central
Often refers to downtown city area
Portugal
zona urbana
Standard Portuguese usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
in the heart of the city
urban sprawl
city proper
built-up area
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