Chinese

dūshì
Meaning: metropolis; big city
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

都
市

Example sentences

He likes this bustling metropolis.
這種昆蟲在都市裡非常少見。
这种昆虫在都市里非常少见。
This kind of insect is very rare in the city.
遠離都市的喧囂,在田園中享受寧靜的生活。
远离都市的喧嚣,在田园中享受宁静的生活。
Stay away from the bustle of the city and enjoy a peaceful life in the countryside.
都市的排水系統如果不健全,下大雨時便容易淹水。
都市的排水系统如果不健全,下大雨时便容易淹水。
Urban drainage systems, if not sound, easily flood during heavy rain.

Usage Notes

Refers to a large, densely populated, and economically developed city.

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