1. neighborhoods or districts in Spanish-speaking countries, especially poor or working-class areas
2. Hispanic neighborhoods or communities in the United States

Examples

• The barrios of Mexico City are home to millions of working families.
• She grew up in one of the poorest barrios in the capital.
• The artist painted murals throughout the local barrios.
• Many barrios in Los Angeles have strong cultural traditions.
• Community centers serve the needs of residents in these barrios.
• The barrios were bustling with street vendors and music.