Basic Details
Word: Street
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A public road in a city or town where people can walk or drive.
Synonyms: Lane, avenue, boulevard
Antonyms: Pathless, inside
Idioms and Phrases
- Street smart: Someone who is knowledgeable about life and can deal well with difficult situations. Example: "Even though she didnt finish school, shes very street smart and knows how to solve problems."
- The streets are alive: Used to describe a busy and vibrant atmosphere in a city. Example: "At night, the streets are alive with people enjoying music and food."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The street was filled with colourful houses and playful children playing outside.
Example 2: We walked down the street to visit the new caf that just opened.
Example 3: Every Saturday, the street turns into a market where local vendors sell fresh produce and handmade crafts.
Fun Fact
Did you know that some famous streets around the world, like Wall Street in New York and the Champs-lyses in Paris, are famous for their history and significance in business and culture?
Famous Quote
"The road to success is dotted with many tempting parking spaces." Will Rogers
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "street" mean?
a) A type of tree
b) A public road
c) A mountain
d) A building
Answer: b) A public road
2. Which of these is a synonym of "street"?
a) House
b) Lane
c) Shop
d) Bridge
Answer: b) Lane
3. Which sentence uses "street" correctly?
a) The street was filled with music and laughter on New Years Eve.
b) The street can swim in the lake.
c) The street flew high in the sky alongside the birds.
d) The street is a type of plant.
Answer: a) The street was filled with music and laughter on New Years Eve.
4. Which idiom means having practical knowledge and skill about life?
a) Street smart
b) The streets are alive
c) As busy as a bee
d) A horse of a different colour
Answer: a) Street smart
5. What is the opposite of "street"?
a) Highway
b) Pathless
c) Avenue
d) Boulevard
Answer: b) Pathless
