Water Cities Vocab

A place on the coast where ships stop. Used for loading/unloading goods and people. Important for trade between countries.

Tall posts that hold buildings up. Used in areas that flood. Keeps buildings safe from water damage.

Wall built in water. Protects the shore. Stops big waves from causing damage.

Narrow piece of land. Connects two larger areas of land. Has water on both sides.

To break into many small pieces. Happens when things decay or fall apart. Example: Old buildings disintegrating over time.

Making new and better things. Finding new ways to solve problems. Making improvements to old ideas.

Being able to change when needed. Helpful for solving new problems. Important for survival and growth.

Related to cities. Has many buildings. Lots of people living close together.

Things that make life more comfortable. Examples: pools, parks, gyms. Found in hotels, apartments, and cities.

Having many different types. Can refer to people, cultures, or ideas. Makes places more interesting.