back street

• Calle situada lejos de las vías principales, a menudo en una zona menos transitada o menos visible de la ciudad. También puede referirse a un lugar donde ocurren actividades menos respetables o secretas.

A street that is away from the main roads, often in a less busy or less prominent part of a town or city. It can also refer to an area where less reputable or secretive activities take place.

1. Minor or hidden streetB1formal

   A street that is not a main road, often located in a less prominent or quieter part of a town or city.

   calle secundaria

   • We took a shortcut through a back street to avoid traffic.
   • The shop is located on a narrow back street.
   • Back streets are often quieter than main avenues.

2. Secret or illegal activityB2informal

   Used to describe something done secretly, often illegally or unethically.

   actividad clandestina o ilegal

   • They conducted back street deals to avoid taxes.
   • The back street trade in counterfeit goods is booming.
   • He got involved in back street gambling.