English–German

“metropolis” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/metʁoˈpoːlə/

Example

In vielen Metropolen leben Menschen aus verschiedenen Ländern.

People from different countries live in many metropolises.

Illustration for Metropole (metropolis)

How to say “metropolis” in German

“Metropolis” in German is Metropole.

A central city that draws people, ideas, and activity from far beyond its boundaries.

Full entry for Metropole: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Metropole

Berlin hat sich als wirtschaftliche Metropole etabliert.

Berlin has established itself as an economic metropolis.

Tips for using Metropole

  • Metropole is narrower than the general term Großstadt because it highlights a city's wider cultural, political, or economic importance.

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