nounmasculinepl: boulders
pedregulho
1. a large rock, typically rounded by erosion or water action, often found on the ground or in riverbeds
The hikers had to climb over a large boulder to continue on the trail.
Os caminhantes tiveram que escalar um grande pedregulho para continuar na trilha.
2. in rock climbing, a type of climbing on natural or artificial rock formations without ropes, typically shorter heights
She enjoys bouldering at the indoor gym three times a week.
Ela gosta de praticar escalada em rocha (bouldering) na academia interna três vezes por semana.
Boulder climbing (bouldering) has become increasingly popular in Brazil, particularly in urban areas like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, where climbing gyms have proliferated. The word 'bouldering' is often used directly in Portuguese without translation in climbing communities. In the USA, Boulder, Colorado is famous as a hub for rock climbing and outdoor recreation.
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