Villa-rica (en. Villa rica)

/bi.ʎa.ˈri.ka/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A region or place characterized by its cultural or natural wealth.
The villa-rica is known for its beautiful mountains and cultural diversity.
La villa-rica es conocida por sus hermosas montañas y su diversidad cultural.
An area that stands out for its economic development.
The villa-rica attracts many tourists thanks to its history and traditions.
La villa-rica atrae a muchos turistas gracias a su historia y tradiciones.
Town or village that has abundant resources.
In the villa-rica, there is significant agricultural production.
En la villa-rica, hay una gran producción agrícola.

Etymology

From the Spanish villa, which means a settlement, and rica, which implies abundance.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Villa Rica del Espíritu Santo
Historic name of a city in America.
Villa Rica del Espíritu Santo

Related Words

wealth
Abundance of goods or resources.
riqueza
culture
Set of knowledge, customs, and traditions of a group.
cultura
nature
Set of elements and phenomena of the environment.
naturaleza

Slang Meanings

To refer to a prosperous place colloquially.
That place is so villa-rica, it always has a lot of money.
Ese lugar es tan villa-rica, siempre tiene mucho dinero.
To use 'villa-rica' to describe something luxurious.
That house is truly villa-rica, it has everything one could desire.
Esa casa es realmente villa-rica, tiene todo lo que uno puede desear.