Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

barriada

Noun

/ˌbärēˈädə/

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.

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.

Meaning

Barriadas typically arise due to migration and urban growth, where people construct homes in places without formal planning or adequate infrastructure.