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NE area

[ɛn-i ˈɛr-i-ə]
nounpl: NE areas
área nordeste
1. A geographic region or zone located in the northeast direction, typically used in urban planning, real estate, or geographic references
The NE area of the city has been developing rapidly over the past decade.
A área nordeste da cidade tem se desenvolvido rapidamente na última década.
2. In postal or administrative contexts, a designated northeastern section or district
Properties in the NE area tend to be more expensive.
As propriedades na área NE tendem a ser mais caras.
Synonyms
northeast areanortheastern regionnortheast zone
Antonyms
SW areasouthwest areasouthwestern region

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
área nordeste
Standard usage for geographic designation
São Paulo
zona nordeste
Commonly used in urban planning discussions
Rio de Janeiro
região nordeste
Used in real estate and administrative contexts
Portugal
área nordeste
Standard usage, less commonly abbreviated as NE

Related Idioms & Phrases

compass points
cardinal directions
geographic zones
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