Camden
/kamden/from spelling rules
Camden is the Spanish way to refer to the district in London known for its markets and music scene.
How do you pronounce it?
/kamden/
Did you know?
- Because Camden ends in a consonant, Spanish speakers often instinctively add a subtle vowel sound at the end when speaking quickly to fit the natural rhythm of Spanish speech.
- In Spanish, the lack of a translated version for Camden contrasts with other London landmarks, such as la Torre de Londres for 'the Tower of London'.
- While Camden is masculine when referring to el barrio, it becomes feminine if a speaker refers to it as la localidad de Camden 'the locality of Camden'.
Examples in context
- El alcalde de la Ciudad de Camden dio un discurso hoy.The mayor of the City of Camden gave a speech today.
- Me encanta el ambiente de Camden.I love the atmosphere in Camden.
- Vamos a los mercados de Camden.Let's go to the markets in Camden.
- Camden es famoso por su música.Camden is famous for its music.
Example conversation
Lucía and Alejandro are planning their weekend trip to London.
- Lucía¿Quieres ir a Camden este sábado?Do you want to go to Camden this Saturday?
- AlejandroSí, me gustaría ver las tiendas de música.Yes, I would like to see the music shops.
- LucíaPerfecto, la zona es muy divertida.Perfect, the area is very fun.
- AlejandroEntonces nos vemos en Camden por la tarde.Then I'll see you in Camden in the afternoon.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
