downtown

[daʊntaʊn]

downtown Definition

the central area or commercial center of a town or city.

Using downtown: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "downtown" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Let's go downtown and grab some lunch.

  • Example

    The hotel is located in the heart of downtown.

  • Example

    There are many shops and restaurants in downtown.

  • Example

    The downtown area is known for its nightlife.

downtown Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for downtown

  • city center
  • central business district
  • CBD
  • town center

Phrases with downtown

  • the central part of a town or city where most of the businesses, shopping, and entertainment are located

    Example

    The downtown area is always busy with people and traffic.

  • downtown district

    a specific area within a town or city that is designated as the central business district

    Example

    The downtown district is home to many large corporations and financial institutions.

  • the process of improving and modernizing the central area of a town or city in order to attract more businesses and visitors

    Example

    The city council has invested millions of dollars in downtown revitalization projects.

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Summary: downtown in Brief

The term 'downtown' [daʊntaʊn] refers to the central area or commercial center of a town or city. It is typically the hub of business, shopping, and entertainment, as in 'The downtown area is known for its nightlife.' Other phrases include 'downtown area,' which denotes the central part of a town, and 'downtown revitalization,' which refers to the process of improving and modernizing the area.

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