favela
nounfeminine/fɐˈvɛlɐ/medium
fa·ve·la
Definition
A Brazilian term for a shantytown or slum, typically found in urban areas, characterized by substandard housing and informal occupancy.
Tourists are advised not to enter certain favelas without a guide.
The film portrays the resilience of a community living in a favela.
Common collocations
Rio favelafavela dwellerfavela community
Etymology
Do topónimo brasileiro 'Favela' (morro no Rio de Janeiro).