broad

[/brɔːd/]

adjective

amplo

1. large in width or extent from side to side

The river is very broad at this point.

O rio é muito amplo neste ponto.

2. covering a wide range of topics or subjects

She has a broad knowledge of literature.

Ela tem um conhecimento amplo de literatura.

3. general or not specific in nature

They discussed the broad outlines of the plan.

Discutiram os contornos gerais do plano.

4. clearly noticeable or pronounced

He spoke with a broad Scottish accent.

Ele falava com um sotaque escocês bem pronunciado.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

amplo

most common usage

General Brazilian

largo

alternative for width-related contexts

Portugal

largo

preferred in Portugal for width measurements

Portugal

amplo

used for abstract or general meanings

broad church - organização ou grupo com visões diversas

in broad daylight - à luz do dia, publicamente

broad-minded - tolerante, de mente aberta

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