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Cities & Urban Life⁠

Band level: All 6+ 7+ 8+

amenities

/əˈmiːnətiz/
noun Band 7+

Useful facilities such as parks, shops and hospitals.

নাগরিক সুযোগ-সুবিধা

New suburbs often lack basic amenities.

Synonyms: facilities, services

infrastructure

/ˈɪnfrəstrʌktʃə(r)/
noun Band 7+

The basic systems a country or city needs, such as roads, power and water.

অবকাঠামো

The new bridge is a major infrastructure project.

Synonyms: facilities, public works

urbanisation

/ˌɜːbənaɪˈzeɪʃn/
noun Band 7+

The process by which more people move to and live in cities.

নগরায়ণ

Rapid urbanisation has put pressure on housing.

Synonyms: city growth

Flashcards: Cities & Urban Life⁠

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