Unit 2: City Life Vocabulary - Grade 9 Global Success

A collection of vocabulary terms and definitions from Unit 2: City Life for Grade 9, covering urban environments, living conditions, and social dynamics.

Arrival

A destination or a person or thing that has reached a certain place.

Attractive

Pleasing or appealing to the senses; fascinating.

Bustling

Full of activity; busy, noisy, and energetic.

City authority

The government or official body responsible for managing a city.

Chairman

A person in charge of a meeting, organization, or committee.

City life

The way of living and the experiences typical of people residing in a city.

Coastal city

A city located on or near the sea or ocean.

Concrete jungle

An urban area characterized by a high density of tall buildings and very little green space.

Congested

Overcrowded, specifically referring to roads blocked with heavy traffic.

Construction site

An area of land where a building or other structure is being built.

Downtown

The central part or the main business district of a town or city.

Drop-off and pick-up time

The specific time designated for delivering someone to a place and collecting them later.

Dusty

Covered with or full of fine particles of dirt.

Entertainment centre

A place that offers various forms of amusement, leisure, or relaxation.

Exhaust

Waste gases expelled from an engine, especially from vehicles or machines.

High crime rate

A high frequency of illegal activities occurring within a specific area.

Hygiene

Conditions and practices that help to maintain health and prevent disease through cleanliness.

Immigrant

A person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country.

Itchy

Causing an irritating or uncomfortable sensation on the skin.

Leftover

Food that remains uneaten at the end of a meal.

Livable

Describing a place that is suitable, pleasant, or worthwhile to live in.