street
word
/ˈstɹit/
street
/stɹˈiːt/
street
Definition
A street is a public road in a city or town, usually with buildings on one or both sides. It is a place where people drive, walk, and where businesses and houses are often located.
Usage & Nuances
'Street' is used for city roads, not highways or country lanes. Common phrases include 'on the street', 'across the street', and names like 'Main Street'. In American English, 'street' often refers to both residential and business areas.
Spanish: callePortuguese (BR): ruaPortuguese (PT): ruaChinese (Simplified): 街道Chinese (Traditional): 街道Hindi: सड़कArabic: شارعBengali: রাস্তায় - সড়কRussian: улицаJapanese: 通りVietnamese: đường phốKorean: 거리Turkish: cadde - sokakUrdu: گلی - سڑکIndonesian: jalan
Example Sentences
He grew up on a quiet street in the suburbs.
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We walked down the street to the park.
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There are many shops on this street.
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The cat crossed the street carefully.
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Let’s meet across the street from the coffee shop.
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It’s hard to find parking on this street during the day.
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