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Brooklyn

[ˈbrʊklɪn]
nounmasculine
Brooklyn
1. A borough of New York City, located on the western end of Long Island, known for its diverse neighborhoods, cultural institutions, and historical significance
Brooklyn is home to many artists and young professionals.
Brooklyn é o lar de muitos artistas e profissionais jovens.
2. A geographic and cultural region with distinctive character, often associated with hipster culture, brownstone buildings, and street art in contemporary usage
The Brooklyn vibe attracts tourists from around the world.
O estilo de Brooklyn atrai turistas de todo o mundo.
NYC Slang
BK, Brooknam, Crooklyn
Synonyms
Kings County (historical/official name)

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
Brooklyn
Used as proper noun, typically not translated; sometimes called 'o Brooklyn' with Portuguese article
Portugal
Brooklyn
Used as proper noun; sometimes referenced as 'o bairro de Brooklyn' (the Brooklyn neighborhood)

Related Idioms & Phrases

Brooklyn accent
Brooklyn Bridge
Williamsburg (trendy Brooklyn neighborhood)
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