suburb

• Nom désignant une zone résidentielle située à la périphérie d'une ville ou d'une grande agglomération, souvent caractérisée par une densité de population plus faible et davantage d'espaces verts.

A noun referring to a residential area located on the outskirts of a city or large town, often characterized by lower population density and more green spaces.

1. Residential areaA2formal

   An outlying district of a city, especially a residential one.

   banlieue résidentielle

   • They moved to a quiet suburb to raise their children.
   • The suburb has excellent schools and parks.
   • Many people commute from the suburb to the city center for work.

   Synonymesbedroom communityenvironsperipheryresidential district

2. OutskirtsB1formal

   The outer part of a city or town, often less densely populated.

   banlieue

   • The factory is located in the northern suburb of the city.
   • She lives in a suburb just outside the capital.
   • The suburbs are known for their lower crime rates compared to the city center.

   Synonymesenvironsfringeperiphery