word
Social Capital (in Cities)
SOH-shul KAP-ih-tul
/ˈsoʊʃəl ˈkæpɪtəl/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
SocialCapital
Dictionary meaning
The networks of relationships, norms of reciprocity, and trust that exist among residents within a city or community, enabling collective action and mutual support. High social capital in urban neighborhoods correlates with lower crime rates, better public health outcomes, and stronger civic participation.
Examples
- Community gardens have been shown to build social capital in dense urban neighborhoods.
- Cities with high social capital bounce back more quickly after natural disasters.
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