American English pronunciation

How to pronounce barrio

IPA transcription: ['bɑɹioʊ]

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Noun

  • a Spanish-speaking quarter in a town or city (especially in the United States)

  • an urban area in a Spanish-speaking country

Usage examples

  • This town was formerly the largest barrio of San Juan, then known as "Himatagon".
  • The barrio of Nabingkalan under Calatrava, was under the jurisdiction of Iloilo.
  • Barrios was a liberal and supported the unity of Central America.
  • The town was originally part of Barrio Lumampong in the town of Indang.
  • This town was formerly a barrio of Siniloan, an immediate neighboring town.
  • Trycicles are also available for commuters to barrios and barangays.
  • After the slaughter. Domitila Barrios Cuenca was arrested and tortured by the military.
  • Guadacorte and Los Cortijillos are settlements and districts of Los Barrios.
  • The only bridge over the river is in the Barrio Bajo.