Vecindad (en. Neighborhood)

/be.sinˈðad/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Area where several families or individuals reside, commonly in the same building or group of buildings.
The neighborhood where I live is very quiet.
La vecindad donde vivo es muy tranquila.
Relationship of proximity between people living near each other.
In our neighborhood, we all know each other.
En nuestra vecindad, todos nos conocemos.
Set of houses that form a community.
The neighborhood has organized a party for all residents.
La vecindad ha organizado una fiesta para todos los habitantes.

Etymology

From Latin 'vicinitas', meaning proximity or neighborhood.

Common Phrases and Expressions

happy neighborhood
A community where neighbors get along well.
vecindad feliz
live in good neighborliness
Maintain a harmonious relationship with neighbors.
vivir en buena vecindad
noisy neighborhood
A community known for its high level of noise.
vecindad ruidosa

Related Words

neighbor
Person who lives near another; inhabitant of the neighborhood.
vecino
district
Part of a city or town, typically inhabited by a community.
barrio
community
Group of people sharing a space or common interests.
comunidad

Slang Meanings

In some contexts, it refers to a community with particular characteristics.
That neighborhood is known as the artists' place.
Esa vecindad es conocida como el lugar de los artistas.
It can be used to describe an area with social issues.
That neighborhood is famous for being dangerous at night.
Esa vecindad tiene fama de ser peligrosa por las noches.