Premise: Manhattan ( [ mænˈhætən ] , [ mənˈhætən ] ) is the most densely populated borough of New York City , its economic and administrative center , and the city 's historical birthplace . New York . With an estimated population of 8.55 million in 2015 , New York City is the most populous city in the United States and the premier gateway for legal immigration to the United States . The City of New York , often called New York City or simply New York , is the most populous city in the United States . The names of many of the city 's bridges , tapered skyscrapers , and parks are known around the world .
Hypothesis: New York is a small town.
Label: CONTRADICTION