favela

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /faˈvɛlə/

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Noun

Singular favela

Plural favelas

1. (countable) A favela is a neighbourhood where many poorer people live.
   • Synonym: slum

   6% of people in Brazil live in favelas.

Usage notes

• This word is usually used to describe Brazil