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Spanish word
callejuela
Pronunciation
IPA/kaʝeˈxwela/
Meaning
- feminine nounalley
Example
Entramos por la callejuela para evitar el tráfico.
We went through the alley to avoid the traffic.
More examples
Las luces de la callejuela crean un ambiente acogedor.
The lights of the alley create a cozy atmosphere.
Core concept
Short narrow pedestrian passage linking two streets.
Common phrases
nuestra callejuela
our alley
la callejuela iluminada
the illuminated alley
a través de la callejuela
through the alley
Similar words
calle: Relatively wide urban street carrying vehicle and pedestrian traffic through a town.
callejón: Narrow lane tightly flanked by buildings on both sides, primarily for pedestrians.
camino: Country or village road connecting places, commonly used by vehicles and people.
pasadizo: Short passage between buildings for pedestrian access, sometimes covered.
Definition in Spanish
Vía estrecha y corta, a menudo peatonal, que sirve de acceso entre calles principales.
Word origin
Formed from calle 'street' plus the diminutive suffix -uela, with calle from Latin callis 'path', indicating a small street.
Usage tips
- In directions, callejuela often implies a brief pedestrian connector and speakers therefore clarify whether vehicles can pass.
Other meanings
- lanenoun
- backstreetnoun
- side streetnoun
Related words
- callejónalleywaynoun