South LA
south el-aynoun
PlacesSoCalDifficulty 2 of 3: Regional
Definition
The neighborhoods of Los Angeles south of the 10, once widely called South Central. City government pushed the “South L.A.” name; a lot of people still say South Central.
In simple English: The southern part of Los Angeles.
Examples
He grew up in South LA and still claims the block.
The shop moved from South LA to Inglewood.
Usage notes
“South Central” is older and heavier. “South L.A.” is the official rebrand. Both are in use.
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