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building entrance area

[ˈbɪldɪŋ ˈɛntrəns ˈɛriə]
nounpl: building entrance areas
área de entrada do edifício
1. The space or zone at the main entry point of a building, typically including the doorway, vestibule, or foyer
The building entrance area was decorated with plants and a welcome sign.
A área de entrada do edifício foi decorada com plantas e uma placa de boas-vindas.
2. The architectural and functional space designed for people to enter a building
Security cameras were installed in the building entrance area.
Câmeras de segurança foram instaladas na área de entrada do edifício.
Synonyms
entrance hallfoyervestibulelobbyentrywayentrance zone
Antonyms
exit areaback entranceinterior space

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
área de entrada do prédio
Most common usage in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
entrada do prédio
Often shortened colloquially
São Paulo
hall de entrada
Frequently used in commercial contexts
Portugal
zona de entrada do edifício
European Portuguese preference for 'zona'

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a grand entrance
at the threshold of
cross the threshold
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