Habitantes (en. Population)

/a.bitˈan.tes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
People who inhabit a place.
The inhabitants of this city are very friendly.
Los habitantes de esta ciudad son muy amables.
Inhabitants of a region or country.
The inhabitants of the coast enjoy the sea.
Los habitantes de la costa disfrutan del mar.
Individuals who are part of a community.
The inhabitants of the village gathered to celebrate.
Los habitantes del pueblo se reunieron para celebrar.

Etymology

From the Latin 'habitans', which means 'one who inhabits'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

endangered inhabitants
Reference to people who are at risk in a critical situation.
habitantes en peligro
rights of the inhabitants
Set of rights possessed by people who inhabit a place.
derechos de los habitantes
inhabitants of the world
Term that refers to the global population.
habitantes del mundo
urban inhabitants
People living in urban environments.
habitantes urbanos

Related Words

to inhabit
Action of living in a place.
habitar
to reside
To settle in a place permanently.
residir
village
Set of inhabitants of a locality.
pueblo
city
Larger and more populated area than a village, with infrastructure and services.
ciudad

Slang Meanings

Inhabitants of a specific place who are very close-knit.
The people in the neighborhood are first-rate inhabitants.
Los del barrio son unos habitantes de primera.
Inhabitants who behave in a fun or peculiar way.
The inhabitants of that area always throw wild parties.
Los habitantes de esa zona siempre hacen fiestas locas.