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Commoncity
The correct spelling is city.
How to pronounce city
/sɪtɪ/
nounIPA: /sɪtɪ/
Say it like: Sit-ee
The correct spelling is city. A large settlement, bigger than a town; sometimes with a specific legal definition, depending on the place. For example: "São Paulo is the largest city in South America."
Usage Examples
“São Paulo is the largest city in South America.”
“I'm going into the city today to do some shopping.”
“It's video game city in here!”
Definition
noun
- 1.A large settlement, bigger than a town; sometimes with a specific legal definition, depending on the place.
- 2.A settlement granted special status by royal charter or letters patent; traditionally, a settlement with a cathedral regardless of size.
- 3.The central business district; downtown.
- 4.A large amount of something (used after the noun).
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