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avenida movida

[a.ve.NI.da mo.VI.da]
noun phrasefemininepl: avenidas movidas
busy avenue; bustling avenue
1. A major street or thoroughfare characterized by heavy traffic, pedestrian activity, and vibrant commercial or social movement
The avenida movida was packed with shoppers and vehicles during the weekend.
A avenida movida estava cheia de compradores e veículos durante o fim de semana.
2. A lively, energetic street known for nightlife, entertainment, and social activity
Young people gather at the avenida movida to enjoy bars and restaurants.
Jovens se reúnem na avenida movida para aproveitar bares e restaurantes.
NYC Slang
busy avenue; Times Square-type scene
Synonyms
avenida movimentadarua movidavia animadaartéria principal
Antonyms
avenida vaziarua tranquilaavenida deserta

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
avenida movida
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
avenida brava
Alternative slang expression for a lively avenue
São Paulo
avenida movida
Standard usage, particularly referring to Avenida Paulista and similar major thoroughfares
Portugal
avenida movimentada
Preferred form in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

estar na avenida movida
coração da avenida movida
pulsação da avenida movida
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