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inner city

/ˈɪnə ˈsɪti/

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/ˈɪnə ˈsɪti/B2formal
  • ruОтносится к центральной части крупного города, часто характеризующейся старыми зданиями, высокой плотностью населения и иногда ассоциирующейся с экономическими трудностями или упадком городской среды.

Refers to the central area of a large city, often characterized by older buildings, higher population density, and sometimes associated with economic challenges or urban decay.

  1. Central urban areaB2formal

    The central part of a large city, often characterized by older buildings and higher population density.

    ruЦентральная часть города

    • The inner city has many historic buildings and narrow streets.
    • They moved from the suburbs to the inner city for better access to public transport.
    • Inner city neighborhoods often have a vibrant cultural scene.
  2. Socioeconomic contextB2formal

    A term often used to describe urban areas with lower income levels, higher crime rates, and limited resources.

    ruСоциально-экономический контекст

    • The government launched a program to improve schools in the inner city.
    • Inner city communities face challenges like unemployment and poor housing.
    • Volunteers work to provide after-school activities for children in the inner city.