afueras
“afueras” means “outskirts” in Spanish (The border area of a city).
outskirts, suburbs
Also: periphery
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Mi casa está en las afueras, lejos del ruido del centro.
A2My house is on the outskirts, far from the city center noise.
Tuvimos que manejar a las afueras para encontrar un estacionamiento gratuito.
B1We had to drive to the suburbs to find free parking.
Las afueras de Madrid son muy verdes y tranquilas.
B2The outskirts of Madrid are very green and quiet.
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This word comes from the combination of the preposition 'a' (to/at) and the plural form of the adverb 'fuera' (outside). It literally means 'to the outside areas,' reflecting its function as a location on the edge of something.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'afuera' (singular) and 'afueras' (plural)?
'Afuera' (singular) is an adverb that means 'outside' or 'outdoors' in a general sense (e.g., 'Vamos afuera' - Let's go outside). 'Afueras' (plural) is a noun that specifically refers to the suburbs or outskirts of a city.
Can I use 'afueras' to mean 'the outside of a box'?
No. 'Afueras' is used for the area surrounding a large place like a town or city. To talk about the outside surface of an object, you would use words like 'el exterior' or 'la parte de fuera.'