city

• Nom désignant une grande et importante ville, généralement avec une population significative et remplissant souvent les fonctions de centre administratif, commercial ou culturel.

A noun referring to a large and important town, typically with a population of significant size and often serving as an administrative, commercial, or cultural center.

1. Large urban areaA1formal

   A large and densely populated town or urban area, often with administrative importance.

   grande ville

   • New York is the largest city in the United States.
   • She lives in a bustling city with millions of people.
   • The city center is full of shops and restaurants.

   Synonymesconurbationmegalopolismetropolismunicipalityurban center

2. Administrative divisionB2formalbritish

   A place granted city status, often with special privileges or historical significance.

   ville (statut administratif)

   • Manchester is an important city in England.
   • The city council approved the new development plan.
   • Many ancient cities were built near rivers.

   Synonymesmunicipality