Calle (en. Street)

/ˈkaʎe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Urban space designated for the circulation of people and vehicles.

The street is full of cars.

La calle está llena de coches.

Part of the city where buildings and businesses are located.

I live on a quiet street.

Vivo en una calle tranquila.

Path or public way located between buildings.

We decided to stroll along the main street.

Decidimos pasear por la calle principal.

From Latin 'callis', meaning path or way.

to hit the streets

To go outside.

dar a la calle

to take to the streets

To leave or manifest in a public way.

echarse a la calle

a dead-end street

A street that has no exit, ending in a wall or barrier.

una calle sin salida

sidewalk

Part of the street designated for pedestrians.

acera

urban development

Development of buildings in an urban area.

urbanización

square

Open space in a city surrounded by buildings.

plaza

Street where an informal market takes place.

Let's go look for food on the street.

Vamos a buscar comida en la calle.

Area with high nighttime activity.

That street is known for its nightlife.

Esa calle es conocida por su vida nocturna.