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coastal region

[ˈkoʊstəl ˈriːdʒən]
nounpl: coastal regions
região costeira
1. An area of land adjacent to a coast, typically characterized by proximity to the sea and influenced by coastal conditions
The coastal region of California is known for its beautiful beaches and mild climate.
A região costeira da Califórnia é conhecida por suas belas praias e clima ameno.
2. A geographic zone including towns, cities, and natural features near the shoreline
Many tourists visit the coastal regions during summer vacation.
Muitos turistas visitam as regiões costeiras durante as férias de verão.
Synonyms
seacoastlittoral regionshoreline areacoastal zone
Antonyms
inland regioninteriorhinterland

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
região costeira
Most common term in Brazilian Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
zona costeira
Alternative usage, especially in official contexts
São Paulo
região litorânea
More formal or technical term
Portugal
região costeira / zona litoral
Both terms used equally in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

living on the coast
coastal communities
maritime region
shoreline development
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