CEFR A2

plaza

noun

Meaning

An open public space in a city or town, often used for gatherings or markets.

Examples

The central plaza was surrounded by historic buildings.
Tourists gathered in the plaza to take photos.

Synonyms: square, courtyard, esplanade, agora

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plaza (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈplɑːzə/

Definition

An open public space in a city or town, often used for gatherings or markets.

Examples

The central plaza was surrounded by historic buildings.
Tourists gathered in the plaza to take photos.
A fountain stood in the middle of the plaza.

How to Use plaza

in the plaza (prepositional phrase): Located within the boundaries of the plaza. — "Many people were sitting in the plaza."
around the plaza (prepositional phrase): Surrounding the plaza. — "There are several shops around the plaza."
plaza hotel (collocation): A hotel that uses 'Plaza' as part of its name. — "She stayed at the Plaza Hotel during her visit to New York."

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