covered areas

[ˈkʌvərd ˈɛriəz]
nounpl: covered areas
áreas cobertas
1. Spaces or regions that are protected or enclosed by a roof, canopy, or other covering material
The shopping mall has several covered areas where customers can walk without getting wet.
O shopping tem várias áreas cobertas onde os clientes podem caminhar sem se molhar.
2. Regions or zones that are included within the scope of insurance, service, or contractual protection
Our insurance policy covers accidents in all covered areas of the property.
Nossa apólice de seguros cobre acidentes em todas as áreas cobertas da propriedade.
3. Zones or territories that are within the range or territory of a particular service provider or authority
The delivery service operates only in covered areas within the city limits.
O serviço de entrega opera apenas em áreas cobertas dentro dos limites da cidade.
In Brazil, 'áreas cobertas' is commonly used in real estate, shopping centers, and urban planning contexts, especially important in tropical regions where protection from rain and sun is valued. In USA, this term is standard in insurance, property management, and architectural contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
protected areasenclosed spacesshaded areasroofed areassheltered zones
Antonyms / Antônimos
open areasexposed areasuncovered spacesoutdoor areas

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
áreas cobertas
Standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
áreas cobertas
Common in commercial and real estate contexts
Rio de Janeiro
áreas cobertas
Used in architectural and construction discussions
Portugal
áreas cobertas
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese in formal contexts

Related Words

roofedshelteredprotectedenclosedcanopyawning

Related Idioms & Phrases

covered areas of responsibility
covered areas of expertise
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