Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
favelado
Noun
/fəˈveɪ.lɑː.doʊ/
Definition
A person who lives in a favela, usually a poor neighborhood or informal settlement, often in Brazil.
Examples
- Many favelados work hard to improve their living conditions despite the challenges they face.
- The documentary highlighted the lives of favelados in Rio de Janeiro.
- Favelados often form strong communities to support each other.
Meaning
In Brazil, a ‘favelado’ refers to an individual residing in a favela, which is characterized by informal housing and often a lack of basic services.
Synonyms
- Slum dweller
- Informal settler