What is another word for Slums?
Pronunciation: [slˈʌmz] (IPA) 
Slums are a common feature of many cities around the world. These areas are typically characterized by inadequate housing, poor sanitation, and overcrowding. While the term "slum" is widely used to describe these areas, there are also a number of synonyms that can be used to refer to them. Some of these include shantytown, favela, ghetto, tenement, and squatter settlement. Each of these terms is used to describe a particular type of informal settlement, but they all share a common theme of poverty and a lack of basic infrastructure. Despite efforts to improve living conditions in these areas, slums remain a persistent problem for many urban areas around the world.
