dining room
[/ˈdaɪnɪŋ ruːm/]
nounpl: dining rooms
sala de jantar
1. a room in a house or building where meals are eaten, typically containing a dining table and chairs
We set the table in the dining room for the dinner party.
Arrumamos a mesa na sala de jantar para a festa de jantar.
2. a formal space designated for dining, often distinguished from kitchens or casual eating areas
The dining room features elegant chandeliers and a mahogany table.
A sala de jantar possui lustres elegantes e uma mesa de mogno.
In both Brazil and the USA, the dining room traditionally represents a formal space for family meals and entertaining guests, though modern homes increasingly feature open-concept kitchens that blur the distinction. In Brazilian culture, the sala de jantar often reflects the family's social status and is used for special occasions and gatherings. In the USA, dining rooms have become less formal over time, with many households preferring casual dining areas.
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