English–Spanish

“enclave” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/eŋˈklaβe/

Example

El país tiene un enclave en la costa.

The country has an enclave on the coast.

Illustration for enclave (enclave)

How to say “enclave” in Spanish

“Enclave” in Spanish is enclave.

A territory belonging to one state that is completely surrounded by another state's land.

Full entry for enclave: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with enclave

La ciudad vieja es un enclave cultural en la capital.

The old town is a cultural enclave in the capital.

Tips for using enclave

  • The term enclave contrasts with exclave: enclave emphasizes being surrounded by another state, while exclave emphasizes separation from the main territory.

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