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rural-area vs rural area

Both "rural-area" and "rural area" are not correct. The correct form is "rural area" without a hyphen. The term "rural area" is commonly used to refer to regions that are sparsely populated and located outside of urban areas.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 997 views

rural-area

This is not a correct construction in English. The correct form does not include a hyphen.

Incorrect. The correct term is "rural area" without a hyphen.

Alternatives:

  • rural area

rural area

This is the correct form in English. It is commonly used to describe regions with low population density.

Correct. Use "rural area" to refer to sparsely populated regions outside of urban areas.
  • In general, a rural area is a geographic area that is located outside cities and towns. The Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department ...
  • In the United States, the Census Bureau classifies a rural area as a town with fewer than 1,000 people per 2.6 square kilometers (square mile), and surrounding ...
  • Noun, 1. rural area - an area outside of cities and towns rural area - an area outside of cities and towns; "his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the ...
  • Rural Area: Any non-urban or non-highly rural area. Highly Rural Area: An area having < 7 civilians per square mile.” 3. Eligible Rural Areas Search Tool.

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