"Urbanised" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Relating to or characteristic of city or town life, often contrasting with rural or country life.
Examples:
- The urbanised landscape of the city skyline.
- He felt more at home in the urbanised area of the town.
Urban - relating to cities or towns, as opposed to rural areas, or relating to the culture of cities, their lifestyles, etc. can also mean relating to the districts around city centers.
Refined or cultured, especially in a way that is considered typically Associated with the city or city life.<br><br>Example: "He was an urbane person, with a sophisticated sense of humor."
Having or showing an elegant and refined air, especially in a city; sophisticated or cosmopolitan.
The process of becoming more urban or developing urban characteristics, usually in a previously rural area. It refers to the growth and development of cities, resulting in a shift from a rural or agricultural society to one that is more industrialised and concentrated in urban areas.
Urbanism refers to the study of the social, economic, and physical aspects of urban areas and the ways in which they are organized and managed. It encompasses various disciplines, including architecture, geography, sociology, economics, and politics, to understand the complexities of urban life and the interactions between people, buildings, infrastructure, and the natural environment.<br><br>Urbanism is concerned with issues such as:<br><br> Urban planning and design<br> Transportation and mobility<br> Housing and community development<br> Economic development and growth<br> Social justice and equity<br> Environmental sustainability<br> Public health and well-being<br><br>Urbanism involves the analysis of urban phenomena, such as:<br><br> Urban sprawl and density<br> Housing affordability and gentrification<br> Public space and community engagement<br> Urban amenities and services<br> Economic disparities and inequality<br> Migration and demographic change<br><br>By examining these and other aspects of urbanism, researchers, policymakers, and urban planners can work together to create more livable, equitable, and sustainable cities that meet the needs of diverse populations.
A person who specializes in the study and planning of the design and management of cities and urban environments.<br><br>Someone who focuses on urban issues, such as architecture, transportation, and community development, with the goal of creating sustainable, equitable, and livable cities.<br><br>Alternatively, an urbanist may also be someone whose lifestyle or values are centered around city living, valuing the proximity to amenities, cultural attractions, and urban diversity.
Relating to or characteristic of cities or city dwellers.<br><br>Example: "Urbanistic planning emphasizes the design of dense, walkable neighborhoods."
A person who supports or advocates for the development, design, and management of cities, cities, and urban communities. Urbanists often focus on creating livable, sustainable, and equitable urban environments through urban planning, architecture, and policies that integrate the needs of people, the economy, and the environment.