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Definition of puebla
puebla
/ˈpweb.lə/
Pueb · la
Adjective:Poblano
puebla Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
7
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A major city in east-central Mexico, serving as the capital of the state of Puebla, renowned for its well-preserved colonial architecture, Talavera pottery, and rich culinary traditions such as mole poblano.
2
A state in east-central Mexico characterized by its mountainous terrain, significant indigenous heritage, and prominent agricultural and industrial sectors.
Example
"The towering peaks of the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes dominate the western landscape of Puebla."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Spanish 'Puebla', originally founded in 1531 as 'Puebla de los Ángeles' (Town of the Angels). The Spanish word 'puebla' means town or settlement, ultimately derived from the Latin 'populus' (people).
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Puebla. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 21, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/puebla