The story
Blend of south + Harlem (south of Harlem (the southern part of Harlem and the area to the south of Harlem)). Coined in analogy to SoHo (“South of Houston Street”).
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SoHa
Today it means: An area of Manhattan, New York, United States, referring to the neighborhoods of South Harlem and Morningside Heights. Full definition →