metropolis

UK
/məˈtrɒpəlɪs/
US
/məˈtrɑːpəlɪs/

Übersetzungen

metropolissubstantiv
metropolises
Pl.
UK
/məˈtrɒpəlɪs/
US
/məˈtrɑːpəlɪs/
Paris is the cultural metropolis of France.
Париж является культурной столицей Франции.
Zusätzliche Übersetzungen
центральный город
Synonyme
metropolitan area
urban center

Definitionen

metropolissubstantiv
A very large and densely populated industrial and commercial city.
New York City is often considered a bustling metropolis with its towering skyscrapers and vibrant culture.
The capital or chief city of a country or region.
As the metropolis of France, Paris is known for its historical landmarks and cultural influence.
The mother city of a colony or the parent state of a settlement.
Ancient Corinth was the metropolis of many outlying Greek colonies.
In certain Christian churches, the seat or jurisdiction of a metropolitan archbishop.
The council was convened in the metropolis of the Eastern Orthodox Church.