campos abertos
[KAM-pos a-ber-TOS]
nounmasculinepl: campos abertos
open fields
1. Large expanses of land without trees, forests, or significant structures; uncultivated or sparsely populated agricultural areas
The horses ran freely across the open fields.
Os cavalos corriam livremente pelos campos abertos.
2. In a figurative sense, unrestricted opportunities or freedom of action
With his new job, he had open fields to explore new ideas.
Com seu novo emprego, ele tinha campos abertos para explorar novas ideias.
3. Clear, unobstructed areas suitable for visibility and movement
The military preferred to fight in open fields rather than forests.
Os militares preferiam lutar nos campos abertos a não nas florestas.
This term is deeply rooted in Brazilian geography and history, particularly relevant to pastoral and agricultural regions. It evokes the vastness of interior landscapes, especially in the Northeast (sertão) and South (campos). The phrase is often used both literally to describe geographical features and metaphorically to express freedom, opportunity, or vulnerability. It carries romantic and historical connotations related to gaucho culture in southern Brazil and the expansive interior regions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
ter campos abertos = to have unlimited opportunities
em campos abertos = in the open, without protection or concealment
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