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economic centers

[ɪˌkɑːnɑːmɪk ˈsentərz]
nounpl: economic centers
centros econômicos
1. Major cities or regions that serve as hubs for commercial, financial, and business activities
New York and London are major economic centers of the world.
Nova York e Londres são centros econômicos importantes do mundo.
2. Areas with concentrated wealth, investment, and industrial infrastructure
São Paulo is one of the most important economic centers in South America.
São Paulo é um dos centros econômicos mais importantes da América do Sul.
Synonyms
financial hubsbusiness districtscommercial centerstrade hubsmetropolitan areas
Antonyms
rural areasperipheral regionseconomically depressed areas

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
centros econômicos
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
polos econômicos
Alternative term commonly used in business contexts
Portugal
centros económicos
Portuguese spelling with accent on 'e'

Related Idioms & Phrases

the heart of the economy
financial powerhouse
engine of growth
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