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enfeites

[ẽ.fei̯.tɨs]
nounmasculinepl: enfeites
ornaments, decorations, adornments
1. Objects or items used to decorate or embellish something
The Christmas tree was covered with colorful ornaments.
A árvore de Natal estava coberta de enfeites coloridos.
2. Jewelry or accessories worn for decoration
She wore beautiful ornaments on her wrists.
Ela usava enfeites bonitos nos pulsos.
3. Embellishments or decorative details added to something
The dress had lace enfeites along the hem.
O vestido tinha enfeites de renda na barra.
Synonyms
adornosornamentosdecoraçõesataviosembelezos
Antonyms
simplicidadeausteridade

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
enfeites
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
enfeites
No significant regional variation
São Paulo
enfeites
No significant regional variation
Portugal
adornos, ornamentos
While enfeites is understood, adornos and ornamentos are more commonly used in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

enfeites natalinos (Christmas ornaments)
enfeites de festa (party decorations)
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