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    Medina (en. Medina)

    /meˈdina/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A city or part of a city with narrow streets and traditional architecture, typical of many Arab cultures.
    The medina of Fez is famous for its history and culture.
    La medina de Fez es famosa por su historia y cultura.
    An ancient urban core of Arab origin, characterized by its maze of streets.
    The medina of Marrakech attracts tourists from all over the world.
    La medina de Marrakech atrae a turistas de todo el mundo.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Arabic 'madīnah', which means 'city'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to stroll through the medina
    To wander the ancient streets of the city.
    pasear por la medina
    medina market
    A place where typical products are sold in the old part.
    mercado de la medina
    to get lost in the medina
    To wander aimlessly through the narrow streets, often finding surprises.
    perderse en la medina

    Related Words

    souk
    Traditional Arab market, often found in the medinas.
    zoco
    culture
    A set of knowledge and traditions that develop in the medina.
    cultura
    history
    Narrative of past events, of great importance for many medinas.
    historia

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquially used to refer to a complex or confusing place.
    That place is like a medina; you get lost right away.
    Ese lugar es como una medina, te pierdes enseguida.