In Spanish slang, 'la isla' literally translates to 'the island'. However, it can be used to refer to a specific area, region, or neighborhood in a city that is isolated or distinct from others.
Examples
- Spanish: Vivo en 'la isla', un barrio muy tranquilo en medio del bullicio de la ciudad.
- English: I live in 'the island', a very quiet neighborhood in the middle of the city hustle.