意味
A relatively small community or settlement, smaller than a city.
文化的背景
Small towns in the US are often associated with 'Main Street' and high school football culture. In the UK, 'small town' often refers to market towns with historic centers.
Hyphenation Rule
Remember: 'I live in a small town' (no hyphen). 'I have a small-town life' (hyphen).
The 'Small Town' Vibe
In English, calling something a 'small town' can be a compliment (cozy) or an insult (boring). Context matters!
意味
A relatively small community or settlement, smaller than a city.
Hyphenation Rule
Remember: 'I live in a small town' (no hyphen). 'I have a small-town life' (hyphen).
The 'Small Town' Vibe
In English, calling something a 'small town' can be a compliment (cozy) or an insult (boring). Context matters!
自分をテスト
Complete the sentence.
I grew up in a ____ town, so I know everyone.
Small town is the correct collocation.
Which is correct?
Choose the correct sentence.
Small town is a noun phrase here, so no hyphen.
Match the word to its meaning.
Small town = ?
A small town is a type of community.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Do you like the city? B: No, I prefer a ____.
The context is comparing city life to town life.
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練習問題バンク
4 問題I grew up in a ____ town, so I know everyone.
Small town is the correct collocation.
Choose the correct sentence.
Small town is a noun phrase here, so no hyphen.
左の各項目を右のペアと一致させてください:
A small town is a type of community.
A: Do you like the city? B: No, I prefer a ____.
The context is comparing city life to town life.
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よくある質問
6 問Usually, a village is smaller. A town has more shops and services.
Yes, it is very common and sounds friendly.
When it's an adjective before a noun, like 'small-town girl'.
No, it's a neutral description.
Big city or metropolis.
You can call it a 'sleepy town' or a 'one-horse town'.
関連フレーズ
Hometown
builds onThe town where you were born.
One-horse town
specialized formA very small, boring town.
Big city
contrastA large urban area.
