aldea
“aldea” means “village” in Spanish (small rural community).
village, hamlet
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Mi abuela vive en una aldea pequeña en las montañas.
A2My grandmother lives in a small village in the mountains.
La aldea solo tiene cincuenta casas y una iglesia antigua.
B1The hamlet only has fifty houses and an old church.
Crecí en una aldea remota donde no había cobertura de teléfono.
B2I grew up in a remote village where there was no phone service.
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Which word describes the smallest type of populated area?
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This word traveled to Spanish from Arabic, specifically from the word *ad-day'a*, which meant 'farm' or 'rural estate.' This shows how the word has always been connected to agricultural and country life.
First recorded: Medieval period (likely 10th-13th century)
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Frequently Asked Questions
¿Cuál es la diferencia entre 'aldea' y 'pueblo'?
Both refer to small settlements, but an 'aldea' is usually much smaller and more rural than a 'pueblo.' A 'pueblo' often has more shops, better infrastructure, and a slightly larger population.
Does 'aldea' mean the same as 'hamlet' in English?
Yes, 'aldea' is the closest Spanish equivalent to 'hamlet' or 'village,' emphasizing its small size and often isolated location.