colonia
koh-LOH-nee-ah
/koˈlo.nja/
📝 In Action
La India fue una colonia británica durante muchos años.
A2India was a British colony for many years.
Necesito ir a la colonia Condesa; ¿sabes cómo llegar?
B1I need to go to the Condesa neighborhood; do you know how to get there?
💡 Grammar Points
Always Feminine
Even when talking about a large territory or a large district, 'colonia' is always a feminine noun, requiring 'la' or 'una'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Regional Use (Mexico)
In Mexico and Central America, 'colonia' is the most common and standard way to refer to a neighborhood or district, often appearing in addresses.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: colonia
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'colonia' to mean a geographical area, not a scent?
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Frequently Asked Questions
¿Cuál es la diferencia entre 'colonia' y 'perfume'?
Both refer to scented liquids, but 'colonia' usually means a lighter, less concentrated scent, like an eau de toilette. 'Perfume' is typically reserved for stronger, longer-lasting fragrances.
If I'm in Mexico, should I use 'colonia' or 'barrio' for a neighborhood?
In Mexico, 'colonia' is the standard and official term for a neighborhood or district. While 'barrio' is understood, 'colonia' is what you will see on signs and addresses.