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metropolis

UK
/məˈtrɒpəlɪs/
US
/məˈtrɑːpəlɪs/

Translations

metropolisnoun
metropolises
pl
UK
/məˈtrɒpəlɪs/
US
/məˈtrɑːpəlɪs/
capitaleAu sens de ville principale d’un pays ou d’une région.
As the metropolis of France, Paris is known for its historical landmarks and cultural influence.
En tant que capitale de la France, Paris est connue pour ses monuments historiques et son influence culturelle.
métropoleGrande ville importante et très peuplée; par extension, ville mère d’une colonie ou d’un territoire.
New York City is often considered a bustling metropolis with its towering skyscrapers and vibrant culture.
New York est souvent considérée comme une métropole animée, avec ses gratte-ciel imposants et sa culture vibrante.
Additional translations
métropoleDans le vocabulaire ecclésiastique.
Synonyms
capital
cosmopolis
metropolitan area
town
megalopolis
urban center
city

Definitions

metropolisnoun
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.
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