Where does “favela” come from?
Favela comes from Portuguese favela, a term of uncertain origin whose meaning in Portuguese is also unknown.
favela (English): A slum or shantytown, especially in Brazil
Definitions
- A slum or shantytown, especially in Brazil
Ancestry of “favela”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
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| 1 | Brazilian Portuguese | favela | — |