Portuguese · Family & People

Vizinho

[/viˈzĩɲu/]

Neighbor

Beginnernoun · m

Definition

A person who lives near another.

Pessoa que mora perto de outra.

Example

O vizinho fez uma festa ontem à noite.

The neighbor had a party last night.

Etymology

'Vizinho' comes from the Latin 'vicinus', which signifies one who lives nearby. It denotes proximity and community structures.

How & Where It’s Used

'Vizinho' is commonly used in informal contexts, particularly in discussions about community relations, while also appearing in formal discussions in urban planning.

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