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prosperous neighborhood

[prɒˈspɛrəs ˈneɪbərˌhʊd]
noun phrasepl: prosperous neighborhoods
bairro próspero
1. A residential area characterized by wealth, economic success, and high property values, typically with well-maintained homes and strong community infrastructure
The prosperous neighborhood had tree-lined streets and large Victorian homes.
O bairro próspero tinha ruas arborizadas e grandes casarões vitorianos.
2. An affluent district known for its thriving businesses, good schools, and high standard of living
They moved to a prosperous neighborhood to give their children access to better schools.
Eles se mudaram para um bairro próspero para dar aos filhos acesso a melhores escolas.
NYC Slang
bougie neighborhood; upscale area
Synonyms
affluent neighborhoodwealthy neighborhoodupscale neighborhoodexclusive neighborhoodwell-to-do area
Antonyms
impoverished neighborhoodpoor neighborhoodunderprivileged areadeprived neighborhoodslum

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
bairro próspero
Standard translation used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
bairro nobre
Common local expression emphasizing prestige and exclusivity
São Paulo
bairro de alta renda
Emphasis on high income level
Portugal
bairro abastado
Standard European Portuguese term for a wealthy neighborhood

Related Idioms & Phrases

on the right side of the tracks
the golden ghetto
keeping up with the Joneses
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