alça

[ˈawsə]

nounfemininepl: alças

handle, strap, loop

1. A handle or strap used to carry or hold something

The bag has two handles on the sides.

A bolsa tem duas alças nos lados.

2. A loop or curved part of something

The loop of the harness broke.

A alça do arnês quebrou.

3. In anatomy, a loop-shaped structure

The loop of the small intestine

A alça do intestino delgado

Synonyms

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

alça

Standard usage across Brazil

São Paulo

alça

Common in urban context

Portugal

alça

Standard European Portuguese usage

alça de mochila - backpack strap

alça de bolsa - bag handle

dar a alça - to give a hand/help someone

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