neighbouring
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/
KK: /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Located close to or next to something else.
Example
The neighbouring countries often trade with each other.
Conversation
Have you met the new family in the neighbouring house yet?
Not yet, but I heard they have a dog!
Yeah, I saw them taking it for a walk yesterday.
I hope they’re friendly; having great neighbouring families makes a big difference.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
adjacent
bordering
contiguous
Antonyms
distant
remote
faraway
verb
Definition
To be located next to or very close to something else.
Example
The neighbouring houses all have beautiful gardens.
Tense Forms
Past: neighbourd
Past Participle: neighbourd
Conversation
Have you met the new family neighbouring us yet?
Not yet, but I heard they have a dog!
I saw them taking it for a walk this morning.
Root Explanation
Neighbouring → It is formed from "neighbour" (from Old English "neahgebur", meaning near-dweller) and "-ing" (a suffix used to form present participles or adjectives). The word "neighbouring" describes the state of being near or adjacent to someone or something.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'near-dweller' ('neighbour') and how the '-ing' indicates the action or state of being. This helps you remember that 'neighbouring' means being close or next to someone.
Visually Confused Words
coneighboring