Synonyms for
Metro
Definition
Metro is short for 'metropolitan', which means related to a large city or urban area.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- metro station
- metro line
- metro system
- metro map
- metro pass
- metro ticket
- metro train
Word family
noun metropolis
adjective metropolitan
Usage note
Metro is primarily used in British English to refer to an underground railway system. In American English, 'subway' is more common for underground trains, while 'metro' can refer to the larger metropolitan area.
Example sentences
- The metro is a fast and efficient way to get around the city.
- I need to catch the metro before rush hour starts.
- The metro station is located near the shopping mall.
- My favorite way to explore a new city is by taking the metro.
- The metro system in Tokyo is known for being very clean and punctual.
Quotes
I love riding the metro and watching the world go by.
The metro is the lifeline of the city.
The metro is always crowded during rush hour.