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earth

[/ɜːrθ/]
nounfemininepl: earths
terra
1. The planet on which we live; the world
Earth is the third planet from the Sun.
A Terra é o terceiro planeta a partir do Sol.
2. The solid surface of the world; land
The farmer planted seeds in the earth.
O agricultor plantou sementes na terra.
3. Soil; the substance that covers land
Rich earth is essential for growing vegetables.
A terra fértil é essencial para cultivar vegetais.
4. The world of human life; the terrestrial realm
On earth, there is much to discover.
Na Terra, há muito a descobrir.
5. In electrical wiring, a connection to the ground for safety
The circuit must be connected to earth.
O circuito deve estar ligado ao terra.
Synonyms
worldplanetgroundsoilland
Antonyms
skyheavenspace

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
terra
Most common term for soil and the planet
General Brazilian
solo
Used specifically for soil in agricultural contexts
Portugal
terra
Standard term; also 'solo' for earth/soil
Portugal
aterramento
Used in electrical contexts for grounding

Related Idioms & Phrases

down to earth - prático, realista
move heaven and earth - fazer tudo possível
cost the earth - custar muito caro
where on earth - onde no mundo
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