How to Pronounce "suburbia"
word
səˈbɝbiə
suh-BUR-bee-uh
sʌbˈɜːbiə
suh-BUR-bee-uh
Definition
Suburbia refers to the residential areas outside the center of a city, often with houses, gardens, and families, and a quieter lifestyle than the city center. It can also refer to the culture or way of life found in these areas.
IPA Transcription
American English
səˈbɝbiə
British English
sʌbˈɜːbiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
suh-BUR-bee-uh
UK
suh-BUR-bee-uh
Listen in Context
Many families choose to live in suburbia for the quiet streets.
Life in suburbia is different from city life.
There are many parks and schools in suburbia.
After years in the city, they missed the slower pace of suburbia.