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countryside

[/ˈkʌntrɪsaɪd/]
noun
zona rural
1. Land or scenery in rural areas, away from cities and towns
We spent the weekend exploring the beautiful countryside.
Passamos o fim de semana explorando a bela zona rural.
2. The people who live in rural areas collectively
The countryside has been affected by economic changes.
A população rural foi afetada por mudanças econômicas.
Synonyms
rural areaoutbackhinterlandfarmlandcountryside regions
Antonyms
cityurban areametropolistown

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
zona rural
Most common usage
General Brazilian
interior
Also used informally for remote rural areas
Brazil
campo
More specifically for agricultural or pastoral lands
Portugal
campo
Preferred term in Portuguese Portuguese
Portugal
zona rural
Also used but less common than 'campo'

Related Idioms & Phrases

back to the countryside
escape to the countryside
the heart of the countryside
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