Urban anthropology is a subfield of the broader field of anthropology. It focuses on the study of urban life and culture, examining the social, cultural, economic and political dynamics of cities. It is concerned with understanding how people interact and live in urban spaces, and how urban spaces shape human experiences. Other terms used to describe urban anthropology include urban studies, urban sociology, and urban ethnography. More specific terms that may be used are the anthropology of the city, the anthropology of urbanization, and urban ethno ecology. Regardless of the terminology used, urban anthropology is an important field of inquiry that offers valuable insights into the dynamics of urban life and culture.