carport

[KAR-port]
nounmasculinepl: carports
garagem aberta
1. A roofed structure with open sides used for parking a car, typically attached to or detached from a house
We parked the car in the carport to protect it from the sun.
Estacionamos o carro na garagem aberta para protegê-lo do sol.
2. A covered parking area that is less enclosed than a traditional garage
The carport provides shelter for one or two vehicles.
A garagem aberta oferece abrigo para um ou dois veículos.
In Brazil, carports are increasingly popular in residential areas as a practical and cost-effective alternative to traditional garages, particularly in warmer climates. The term 'garagem aberta' is still more widely understood by older generations, while 'carport' is becoming more common among younger urbanites and in modern real estate terminology.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
covered parkingparking shelterport cochère
Antonyms / Antônimos
garageopen parking

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
garagem aberta
Most common term; literally 'open garage'
São Paulo
garagem aberta ou carport
Both terms are used; carport is increasingly adopted
Rio de Janeiro
garagem aberta
Preferred traditional translation
Portugal
abrigo para carros
More formal; literally 'car shelter'

Related Words

garagedrivewayparking lotshelter

Related Idioms & Phrases

pull into the carport
carport style parking
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