street
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /strit/
KK: /strit/
adjective
Definition
Related to or suitable for public use, often referring to clothing, language, or activities that occur in public spaces.
Example
She wore her street clothes to the concert, which were casual and comfortable.
Conversation
Have you seen those new street performers downtown?
Yeah, I saw a magician and a juggler last weekend!
They really know how to grab the crowd's attention with their street acts.
Absolutely! It's always fun to watch them while hanging out.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
public
urban
vulgar
Antonyms
refined
formal
private
noun
Definition
A public road in a city or town where people can walk or drive, often lined with buildings.
Example
The children played soccer in the middle of the street.
Conversation
Have you walked down that new street by the park yet?
No, I haven't had the chance. Is it nice?
Yeah, there's a lot of cool shops and cafes on that street.
Root Explanation
The word 'street' originates from Old English 'straet', which comes from the Latin 'strata' (meaning paved road). It refers to a paved way or road for travel.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'paved road' ('strata') where people walk — that's why 'street' means a place for travel.
Visually Confused Words
upstreet
bystreet
trevet
staree
screet
tret
tree
teet