calle
/ˈkaʎe/
street
Vivo en una calle tranquila.
I live on a quiet street.
general
A public thoroughfare in a built environment, typically paved and lined with buildings.
La calle principal está llena de tiendas.
The main street is full of shops.
In Spanish, 'calle' is a common noun referring to streets in urban or rural areas.
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Gender Note
'Calle' is feminine, so adjectives and articles must agree (e.g., 'la calle ancha').
Gold Rule
Usage in Directions
In giving directions, 'calle' is often abbreviated as 'c/' (e.g., 'gira a la derecha en la c/ Mayor').
Word Origin
From Latin 'callis', meaning 'path' or 'narrow road'.
Usage Notes
'Calle' is a fundamental term in Spanish for any street, ranging from major avenues to small alleys. It is gender-neutral in Spanish, unlike 'avenida' (feminine) or 'camino' (masculine).
Word Breakdown
calle
street
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