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B2 Level Wordlist - City Structures

Here you will learn some English words about city structures, such as "abandoned", "classical", "external", etc. prepared for B2 learners.

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CEFR B2 Vocabulary
abandoned
abandoned
[Adjective]

(of a building, car, etc.) left and not needed or used anymore

Ex: The abandoned house was falling apart. 
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classical
classical
[Adjective]

related to the language, literature, art, or culture of ancient Rome and Greece

Ex: The course covered classical philosophy, examining the ideas of Socrates and Plato. 
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external
external
[Adjective]

located on the outer surface of something

Ex: The building’s external walls were insulated to improve energy efficiency. 
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industrial
industrial
[Adjective]

related to the manufacturing or production of goods on a large scale

Ex: The city's economy thrived due to its industrial base, which included manufacturing plants and factories. 
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open-plan
open-plan
[Adjective]

(of buildings or rooms) having few or no internal walls, creating a large, open space

Ex: Our office moved to a new open-plan space to encourage collaboration among employees. 
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spacious
spacious
[Adjective]

(of a room, house, etc.) large with a lot of space inside

Ex: The spacious living room had high ceilings and ample natural light. 
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to construct

to build a house, bridge, machine, etc.

Ex: Engineers and construction workers collaborated to construct a sturdy and safe bridge. 
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brick
brick
[noun]

a block of baked clay, mostly used to build houses, walls, etc.

Ex: The walls of the house were built with red bricks, giving it a classic look. 
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column
column
[noun]

a vertical structural element, often made of stone, that supports the weight of the building above it

Ex: The ancient Greek temples are known for their majestic columns. 
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concrete
concrete
[noun]

a hard material used for building structures, made by mixing cement, water, sand, and small stones

Ex: The workers poured concrete to create a sturdy foundation for the house. 
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development

a piece of land that new buildings are being built or are planned to be built, often with the purpose of urban expansion or improvement

Ex: The city council approved a new development on the outskirts of town to accommodate population growth. 
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digger
digger
[noun]

a machine used for digging earth

Ex: The digger efficiently removed the dirt to make way for the foundation. 
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passage
passage
[noun]

a narrow corridor providing access to rooms within a building or between buildings

Ex: The passage led to a series of small offices on the second floor. 
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exit
exit
[noun]

a part of a road through which vehicles can move on to another

Ex: She took the exit to the city center to reach her destination. 
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hut
hut
[noun]

a small simple house or shelter that usually has only one room

Ex: The family lived in a small hut made of bamboo and thatch. 
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to level
to level
[Verb]

to destroy a building, area, etc. completely

Ex: The demolition crew leveled the old factory to make way for the new development project. 
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to rebuild

to build something once again, after it has been destroyed or severely damaged

Ex: After the hurricane, the town worked hard to rebuild the damaged homes. 
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ruin
ruin
[noun]

(plural) the remains of something such as a building after it has been seriously damaged or destroyed

Ex: They explored the ruins of an old castle during their trip. 
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curb
curb
[noun]

the raised edge at the side of a street, usually made of stone

Ex: The city installed a new curb to improve pedestrian safety. 
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landfill
landfill
[noun]

a piece of land under which waste material is buried

Ex: The city opened a new landfill to accommodate its growing waste management needs. 
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sewer
sewer
[noun]

a system of underground pipes and tunnels used to carry away used water and waste matter from houses, factories, etc.

Ex: The city's sewer system underwent extensive upgrades to improve drainage and prevent flooding. 
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landmark
landmark
[noun]

a structure or a place that is historically important

Ex: The Great Wall of China is a remarkable landmark that stretches across thousands of miles and has stood for centuries. 
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monument
monument
[noun]

a structure built in honor of a public figure or a special event

Ex: The towering monument was erected in honor of the soldiers who fought bravely in the war. 
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facility
facility
[noun]

a place or a building that is designed and equipped for a specific function, such as healthcare, education, etc.

Ex: The hospital's new facility includes state-of-the-art operating rooms and patient care units. 
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casino
casino
[noun]

a place where people play and bet their money on gambling games

Ex: The casino was filled with the sounds of slot machines and excited players. 
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courthouse

a building containing judicial courts, offices of judges, etc.

Ex: The trial was held at the county courthouse downtown. 
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disco
disco
[noun]

a place or party at which people dance to music

Ex: The disco was packed with people dancing to the latest hits. 
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nursing home

a private institute where old people live and are taken care of

Ex: The nursing home offers around-the-clock medical supervision for its residents. 
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schoolhouse

a small building, often in a village, that is used as a school

Ex: Children gather every morning at the schoolhouse for lessons. 
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structure
structure
[noun]

anything that is built from several parts, such as a house, bridge, etc.

Ex: The Eiffel Tower in Paris is an iconic structure made of iron lattice. 
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town hall
town hall
[noun]

a building in which the officials of a town work

Ex: The mayor held a meeting at the town hall to discuss community concerns. 
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funeral home

a place where dead bodies are prepared in order to be buried or burned

Ex: The family chose a local funeral home for their loved one's services. 
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graveyard
graveyard
[noun]

a piece of land where dead people are buried, often situated near a church

Ex: The old graveyard was filled with weathered headstones. 
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tomb
tomb
[noun]

an overground or underground grave that is large in size and is often made of stone

Ex: They placed flowers at the entrance of the tomb to honor their loved one. 
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