street

This is the 2043rd most frequent Spanish word.

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street

A public road in a city or town, typically with buildings on both sides.


Here, 'calle' refers to a public road in an urban area used by pedestrians and vehicles.

Camino por la calle todos los días para llegar a mi trabajo.

I walk along the street every day to get to my work.


In this context, 'calle' signifies a specific busy urban roadway characterized by traffic activity.

La calle está muy transitada durante las horas pico.

The street is very busy during peak hours.


Here, 'calle' is used to describe a residential area within a neighborhood.

Vivimos en una calle tranquila con pocos automóviles.

We live on a quiet street with few cars.