Cities have specific places like streets, squares, downtown, and suburbs. Each term describes a part of the city or how the city is organized. Knowing these words helps you talk about locations and directions in an urban area.

Word/Phrase	Definition
street	A road in a city where people and vehicles move.
square	An open area in a city, often surrounded by buildings.
downtown	The main business and commercial area of a city.
suburbs	Residential areas on the edge of a city.
neighborhood	A part of a city where people live and interact.

Public transport includes systems that move many people in a city, such as buses, trains, and the subway. These words describe common ways to travel without a private car. Using this vocabulary helps you talk about getting around the city efficiently.

Word/Phrase	Definition
bus	A large vehicle that follows a route and carries passengers in a city.
train	A rail vehicle that connects stations in and around a city.
subway	An underground train system for city travel.
tram	A rail vehicle that runs on tracks in city streets.
station	A place where trains or subways stop for passengers.

Amenities are services or facilities that make city life comfortable, like parks, libraries, and hospitals. These terms name places people use for recreation, health, or daily needs. Recognizing these words helps you discuss what a city offers its residents.

Word/Phrase	Definition
park	A public green space for relaxation and activities.
library	A place where people can read or borrow books.
hospital	A place that provides medical care.
market	A place where people buy and sell food or goods.
museum	A building where objects of interest are displayed.

Cities have many buildings with specific purposes, such as apartments, offices, and shops. Services like police stations and post offices support daily urban life. This vocabulary lets you identify common buildings and essential city services.

Word/Phrase	Definition
apartment	A home in a building with other homes.
office	A place where people work at jobs.
shop	A place where people buy things.
police station	A building where police work and help the public.
post office	A place that sends and receives mail.

City life includes daily activities like commuting, shopping, and meeting friends. These words describe common actions people do in urban settings. Using this vocabulary helps you explain routines and plans in a city context.

Word/Phrase	Definition
commute	To travel regularly between home and work or school.
shop (verb)	To go to stores to buy things.
queue	To wait in line for a service or transport.
explore	To go around a city to discover new places.
meet up	To arrange to see friends or contacts.