B1nounUK spelling: neighbourhoodurbanhome
US/ˈneɪ.bər.hʊd/
UK/ˈneɪ.bə.hʊd/
a part of a town or city where people live, and the people who live there
In context
We grew up in a quiet neighborhood with a small market at the end of the street.
The whole neighborhood came out to help when the old house caught fire.
Rents have doubled since cafés and galleries moved into the neighborhood.
Words that go with neighborhood
adjective + noun
- quiet neighborhoodThey moved to a quiet neighborhood so the children could play outside.
- residential neighborhoodTrucks are not allowed to park in this residential neighborhood at night.
- poor neighborhoodThe charity runs free classes for kids in poor neighborhoods.
- local neighborhoodMost of our customers come from the local neighborhood.
noun + preposition
- in the neighborhoodIs there a good pharmacy in the neighborhood?
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
There are many restaurants in my neighbor.Correct: There are many restaurants in my neighborhood.