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Vocabulary for IELTS General Training (Band 6-7) - City Parts

Here, you will learn some English words related to City Parts that are necessary for the General Training IELTS exam.

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Vocabulary for General Training IELTS (6-7)
high-rise
high-rise
[noun]

a very tall building with many floors

Ex: The architect 's design for the new high-rise incorporated green spaces and sustainable features .
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graffiti
graffiti
[noun]

pictures or words that are drawn on a public surface such as walls, doors, trains, etc.

Ex: Many artists use graffiti to make social or political statements , expressing their views on walls and alleyways across the city .
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skyscraper

a modern building that is very tall, often built in a city

Ex: The skyscraper was built to withstand high winds and earthquakes .
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bustle
bustle
[noun]

a state of noisy commotion

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suburb
suburb
[noun]

a residential area outside a city

Ex: In the suburb, neighbors often gather for community events , fostering a strong sense of camaraderie and support among residents .
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plaza
plaza
[noun]

a type of shopping center, common in North America

Ex: A small plaza with a grocery store opened in their neighborhood .
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spa
spa
[noun]

a commercial establishment that offers a range of services related to health, beauty, and relaxation, such as massages, facials, saunas, and hot tubs

Ex: The spa offers a variety of treatments , including aromatherapy and hot stone massages .
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arena
arena
[noun]

a large open-air constructed area that is used for playing sports

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cemetery
cemetery
[noun]

an area of land where dead people are buried, usually not next to a church

Ex: He chose a plot in the peaceful cemetery near the river .
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expressway

a divided highway designed for high-speed traffic, typically with multiple lanes and limited access points

Ex: The expressway was well-maintained , with smooth pavement and clear signage .
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district
district
[noun]

an area of a city or country with given official borders used for administrative purposes

Ex: The industrial district is home to factories and warehouses .
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metropolis

a large, important city that serves as a significant economic, political, or cultural center for a region or country

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High Street

the most important street with a lot of shops and businesses in a town

Ex: Many small businesses on High Street struggled during the economic downturn .
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slum
slum
[noun]

(often plural) a very poor and overpopulated area of a city or town in which the houses are not in good condition

Ex: The government is implementing programs to improve living conditions in slums.
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police department

an official organization responsible for maintaining law and order in a specific area

Ex: The police department arrested several suspects last week .
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fire department

the governmental agency responsible for responding to fires, rescuing people from dangerous situations

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sanitation department

the governmental body overseeing the collection, disposal, and management of waste in a community

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city hall
city hall
[noun]

a building in which people who manage a city work

Ex: They visited city hall to obtain a building permit for their home renovation project .
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consulate
consulate
[noun]

a building or office where a consul carries out diplomatic duties

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embassy
embassy
[noun]

a building used as the office or residence of the officials who represent their government in another country

Ex: The embassy staff worked tirelessly to assist citizens stranded in the foreign country during the crisis .
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social service

services or activities that are intended to help people with financial or family problems, provided by the government

Ex: Governments , nonprofits , and community groups collaborate to develop and implement effective social service initiatives tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse populations .
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precinct
precinct
[noun]

a commercial area in a city or a town that is closed to traffic

Ex: The city council decided to transform the old industrial area into a vibrant precinct with green spaces and community facilities.
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cityscape
cityscape
[noun]

the urban environment or the visual appearance of a city's buildings, structures, and overall skyline

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underpass
underpass
[noun]

an underground tunnel or path that people can use to cross a road, railway, etc.

Ex: The graffiti-covered walls of the underpass served as a canvas for urban artists .
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lane
lane
[noun]

a part of a road that is separated by white lines

Ex: Drivers must stay within their lane to ensure safe and orderly traffic flow .
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overpass
overpass
[noun]

a type of bridge that is built over a road to provide a different passage

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