bairro chique

[BAH-ee-roo SHEEK]

nounmasculinepl: bairros chiques

upscale neighborhood; affluent district; trendy neighborhood

1. A residential area characterized by expensive properties, high-end establishments, and wealthy residents; a fashionable and sophisticated district

They moved to a chic neighborhood in the south zone of the city.

Eles se mudaram para um bairro chique na zona sul da cidade.

2. A district known for elegant architecture, upscale shops, restaurants, and cultural amenities that attract affluent clientele

This bairro chique is famous for its designer boutiques and Michelin-starred restaurants.

Este bairro chique é famoso pelas suas boutiques de grife e restaurantes com estrela Michelin.

NYC Slang

upscale neighborhood; fancy neighborhood; swanky district

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General Brazilian

bairro chique

Most common usage across Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

bairro chique (Zona Sul)

Commonly refers to areas like Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon

São Paulo

bairro chique (zona oeste/sul)

Refers to areas like Pinheiros, Vila Mariana, and Jardins

Portugal

bairro elegante; zona nobre

Portuguese Portuguese may more commonly use 'zona nobre' or simply 'bairro elegante'

morar em um bairro chique

viver no luxo

estar na moda

bairro de gente abonada

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