Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
barriada
Noun
/ˌbärēˈädə/
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Definition
A barriada is a term used primarily in Latin America to describe a neighborhood or district, often characterized by informal housing or shanty settlements.
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Examples
- The city government implemented programs to improve the living conditions in the barriada.
- He grew up in a barriada, where the sense of community was strong despite the challenges.
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Meaning
Barriadas typically arise due to migration and urban growth, where people construct homes in places without formal planning or adequate infrastructure.
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Synonyms
- slum
- shantytown
- informal settlement