San Jo
san hohnoun
PlacesNorCalDifficulty 2 of 3: Regional
Definition
San Jose, said the way locals actually say it — two syllables, not the full Spanish name.
In simple English: A local nickname for San Jose.
Examples
She’s down in San Jo this week.
San Jo to the City is a long BART ride if you catch it wrong.
Usage notes
Common in the South Bay. Outsiders usually say the full “San Jose.”
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