suburban

adjective

UK/səˈbɜː.bᵊn/
US/səˈbɝː.bᵊn/

Definitions of suburban adjective

  1. relating to an area located on the outskirts of a city; typically a residential area.

    郊区的;近郊的

    • The new development includes both suburban schools and housing.

      新开发区包括郊区学校和住宅。

    • The family relocated to a quiet suburban area outside of Washington.

      这家人搬到了华盛顿郊外的一个安静的郊区。

    • The railway provides a vital link between the city center and the surrounding suburban areas.

      铁路为市中心和周边郊区之间提供了重要的连接。

  2. disapproving(贬义)

    Suggesting a lack of excitement, stimulation, or originality; often implying dullness.

    (带贬义)平凡乏味的;缺乏刺激的

    • He found his suburban life to be monotonous and uninspiring.

      他觉得自己的郊区生活单调又无趣。

    • Many people yearn to escape the monotony of suburban existence.

      许多人渴望逃离郊区生活的单调。

    • The small town had a very dull and suburban atmosphere.

      这个小镇的气氛非常沉闷且乏味。