Brasil (en. Brazil)

/bɾaˈsil/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
State in South America.
Brazil is the largest country in South America.
Brasil es el país más grande de América del Sur.
Nationality or language of the people of Brazil.
Brazilians are known for their joy.
Los brasileños son conocidos por su alegría.
A type of wood from a tree in Brazil, especially used in furniture making.
Brazil wood is highly valued.
La madera de Brasil es muy apreciada.

Etymology

From the term 'brasa' referring to the embers of the brazilwood tree.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Brazil: land of football
It refers to Brazil's prominence in world football.
Brasil: país del fútbol
Carnival in Brazil
A popular festival of Brazilian origin, famous for its parades.
Carnaval en Brasil
Brazilian at heart
It refers to a person who, although not from Brazil, has an affinity with Brazilian culture.
Brasileño de corazón

Related Words

brazilian
A person who is originally from Brazil.
brasileño
brazilian (feminine)
Adj. Related to Brazil or to the people who come from this country.
brasilera
brazilito
Colloquial name to refer to a low-value bill in Brazil.
brasilito

Slang Meanings

Brazil, the country of carnival.
When I think of parties, I can only imagine Brazil.
Cuando pienso en fiestas, solo puedo imaginar Brasil.
A place where everything is celebrated with music and dance.
That gathering was a whole party in the Brazilian style.
Esa reunión fue toda una fiesta al estilo Brasil.