adjective/nounfemininepl: altas
high; tall
1. of great height; extending far upward
The building is very high.
O edifício é muito alto.
2. at or to a considerable distance above ground or another surface
She has a high voice.
Ela tem uma voz alta.
3. of superior quality; elevated in rank or importance
High society attended the event.
A alta sociedade compareceu ao evento.
4. noun: discharge from hospital; medical clearance
The patient received discharge papers.
O paciente recebeu a alta do hospital.
Related Idioms & Phrases
alta definição (high definition)
alta tensão (high voltage)
alta velocidade (high speed)
alta madrugada (late night/early morning)
dar alta (to discharge from hospital)
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