Banlieue
noun
An outlying district of a city, especially a suburb that is often subject to social problems.
Many young people from the banlieue feel disconnected from Parisian culture.
Usage tips
Neutral
urban suburb,suburban area,outer district
noun
An outlying district of a city, especially a suburb that is often subject to social problems.
Many young people from the banlieue feel disconnected from Parisian culture.
Usage tips
Neutral
urban suburb,suburban area,outer district
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Context
The term can imply socio-economic issues associated with certain suburbs.
The banlieue is often discussed in the context of immigration and social integration.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Usage
In formal discussions about urban studies, 'banlieue' is used to describe specific socio-political conditions.
Urban planners use 'banlieue' to examine challenges associated with suburbs.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotations
'Banlieue' sometimes carries a negative connotation associated with poverty and unrest.
For some, the word is a reminder of social struggles.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Context
The term can imply socio-economic issues associated with certain suburbs.
The banlieue is often discussed in the context of immigration and social integration.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Usage
In formal discussions about urban studies, 'banlieue' is used to describe specific socio-political conditions.
Urban planners use 'banlieue' to examine challenges associated with suburbs.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotations
'Banlieue' sometimes carries a negative connotation associated with poverty and unrest.
For some, the word is a reminder of social struggles.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Context
The term can imply socio-economic issues associated with certain suburbs.
The banlieue is often discussed in the context of immigration and social integration.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Usage
In formal discussions about urban studies, 'banlieue' is used to describe specific socio-political conditions.
Urban planners use 'banlieue' to examine challenges associated with suburbs.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotations
'Banlieue' sometimes carries a negative connotation associated with poverty and unrest.
For some, the word is a reminder of social struggles.
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