Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Ghetto.
How to pronounce ghetto:
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Ghetto - as a noun
Formerly the restricted quarter of many european cities in which jews were required to live
Example: "The warsaw ghetto"
Any segregated mode of living or working that results from bias or stereotyping
Example: "The relative security of the gay ghetto"
A poor densely populated city district occupied by a minority ethnic group linked together by economic hardship and social restrictions
Ghetto - as a verb
To confine (a specified group of people) to a ghetto.
Ghetto - as an adjective
Of or relating to a ghetto or to ghettos in general.
Unseemly and indecorous or of low quality; cheap; shabby, crude.
Characteristic of the style, speech, or behavior of residents of a predominantly black or other ghetto in the united states.
Having been raised in a ghetto in the united states.
Example Sentences
"The city is known for its vibrant artist community in the downtown ghetto."
"Growing up in the ghetto, she faced many challenges and obstacles."
"The government pledged to invest in revitalizing the impoverished ghettos."
"The ghetto was marked by high crime rates and poor living conditions."
"Many immigrants settled in the ethnic ghetto, where they could be amongst their own community."
Word Game Points
Is GHETTO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ghetto is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GHETTO has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is GHETTO a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ghetto is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGHETTO has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is GHETTO a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ghetto is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGHETTO has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
