Spanish Conversation · Level 56
72 words
Spanish word
bulevar
Pronunciation
IPA/buleˈβaɾ/
Meaning
- masculine nounboulevard
Example
El bulevar está muy iluminado por la noche.
The boulevard is very well lit at night.
More examples
¿Has visto las tiendas en el bulevar principal?
Have you seen the shops on the main boulevard?
Core concept
Wide tree-lined urban avenue with a central pedestrian median.
Common phrases
dar un paseo por el bulevar
take a walk along the boulevard
el bulevar principal
the main boulevard
Similar words
avenida: Broad city avenue flanked by buildings and carrying significant vehicle traffic.
calle: Everyday street between buildings serving local traffic, shops, and residences.
paseo: Paved promenade arranged for walking and casual recreation, often with benches.
alameda: Shaded tree-lined walk or avenue where rows of trees form a continuous pedestrian route.
Definition in Spanish
Espacio urbano amplio pensado también para el paseo, con frecuencia equipado con una mediana arbolada o zonas peatonales.
Word origin
Borrowed from French boulevard, ultimately from Middle Dutch bolwerk 'bulwark', and used in Spanish for a broad city street intended for strolling.
Usage tips
- Commonly used with the article 'el' and in phrases like 'ir al bulevar' to refer to the promenade area rather than a regular road.
Opposites
- callejuelaalleynoun