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covered walkway

[ˈkʌvərd ˈwɔːkweɪ]
nounpl: covered walkways
passagem coberta
1. A passage or corridor with a roof or overhead covering that provides shelter from weather while walking
The covered walkway connects the two buildings and protects pedestrians from rain.
A passagem coberta conecta os dois edifícios e protege os pedestres da chuva.
2. An arcade or roofed pathway in a public space, shopping area, or complex
We walked through the covered walkway of the shopping mall.
Caminhamos pela passagem coberta do shopping.
Synonyms
arcadecovered passagecolonnadeporticoroofed walkwaypedestrian corridor
Antonyms
open walkwayexposed pathuncovered passage

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
passagem coberta
Most common term in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
galeria coberta
Often used for larger commercial covered areas
São Paulo
corredor coberto
Commonly used in modern buildings and shopping centers
Portugal
passagem coberta
Standard term; may also use 'arcada' for more ornamental structures

Related Idioms & Phrases

rain or shine
come rain or high water
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