A2 — Elementarynoun
quartiere
neighbourhood, district, quarter
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
rionezonaareadistrettocircoscrizione
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
centro (as opposed to suburbs)periferia (as opposite of centre)
Usage note
'Rione' is used in Rome and Naples for historic inner districts. 'Quartiere generale' = headquarters (military/business). 'Quartiere dormitorio' = bedroom community / commuter town.
Example
"Abito in un quartiere tranquillo vicino al parco."
"I live in a quiet neighbourhood near the park."
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