ciudad

A large settlement, bigger than a town; sometimes with a specific legal definition, depending on the place.

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In English, the word 'city' often carries a sense of urbanization and modernity, but in Spanish, 'ciudad' can refer to a larger settlement with a specific legal definition. For example, in some countries, a 'ciudad' may be a municipality with a certain level of autonomy. Learners often mistake 'ciudad' for 'pueblo', but the latter typically refers to a smaller town or village. When using 'ciudad' in a sentence, pay attention to the context and the level of formality.