农村 (nóngcūn) - rural areas

Definition

Referring to areas characterized by agriculture-based economies and sparsely populated communities outside urban centers.

Related terms

城市 (chéngshì) - cities: Urban areas with high population density, advanced infrastructure, and diverse economic activities.

乡村 (xiāngcūn) - villages: Small communities located in rural areas that are often close-knit and have traditional ways of living.

农民 (nóngmín) - farmers: Individuals engaged in agricultural activities as their primary occupation in rural areas.