word
Spanish
Place
plaza
PLAH-zuh
ˈplɑːzəListen
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Syllable breakdown
plaza
Dictionary meaning
A public square or marketplace; a shopping centre.
History and origin
Spanish — from Latin 'platea' (broad street).
Examples
- The food market takes over the main plaza every Saturday morning.
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