rural — relating to or characteristic of the countryside rather than the town
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to or characteristic of the countryside rather than the town
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈrʊrəl/
Example Sentences
- My city friend got lost trying to find a Starbucks in our rural town.
- Rural internet is so slow that my selfie from yesterday just finished uploading.
- The government is investing in rural education programs.
rural
ADJECTIVE[/ˈrʊrəl/]
relating to or characteristic of the countryside rather than the town
She moved from the crowded city to a quiet rural village to escape the noise.
Rural communities often stay deeply connected to the land and local traditions. (ROOT + FIELD = RURAL → countryside life shaped by agriculture and space)
A rural mural shows plural scenes of country life
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin ruralis, derived from rus meaning 'the countryside' or 'open land.' The word entered English through Old French and has been used since the 14th century to describe characteristics of the countryside.
Breakdown
rur- (countryside, from Latin rus) + -al (adjective suffix meaning 'relating to') = rural
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My city friend got lost trying to find a Starbucks in our rural town.”
“Rural internet is so slow that my selfie from yesterday just finished uploading.”
“The government is investing in rural education programs.”
“Many young people leave rural areas to find better job opportunities.”
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