Metropolis: meaning, definitions and examples
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metropolis
[ mɪˈtrɒpəlɪs ]
city
A very large and important city, especially the main city or capital of a country.
Synonyms
city, megalopolis, urban center
Examples of usage
- New York City is considered a metropolis with its large population and economic significance.
- Tokyo is a bustling metropolis known for its advanced technology and vibrant culture.
film
A classic science fiction film directed by Fritz Lang in 1927, depicting a futuristic city where society is divided into the elite above ground and the workers below.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Metropolis is a groundbreaking film that has inspired many other works in the science fiction genre.
Translations
Translations of the word "metropolis" in other languages:
🇵🇹 metrópole
🇮🇳 महानगर
🇩🇪 Metropole
🇮🇩 metropolis
🇺🇦 метрополіс
🇵🇱 metropolia
🇯🇵 大都市
🇫🇷 métropole
🇪🇸 metrópolis
🇹🇷 metropol
🇰🇷 대도시
🇸🇦 مدينة كبرى
🇨🇿 metropole
🇸🇰 metropola
🇨🇳 大都市
🇸🇮 metropola
🇮🇸 stórborg
🇰🇿 мегаполис
🇬🇪 მეტროპოლისი
🇦🇿 metropol
🇲🇽 metrópolis
Word origin
The word 'metropolis' originated from the Greek words 'meta' (meaning 'beyond' or 'larger') and 'polis' (meaning 'city'). It was first used in English in the late 16th century to refer to the chief city of a region, especially the capital. Over time, 'metropolis' has come to symbolize not just a city, but a large and influential urban center with cultural, economic, and political significance.