festivo

[feʃˈti.vu]

adjectivemasculinepl: festivos

festive

1. Related to or characteristic of a celebration or festival; joyful and celebratory

The town had a festive atmosphere during the holiday season.

A cidade tinha uma atmosfera festiva durante a época de festas.

2. Designated as a holiday or day of celebration (when referring to a day)

December 25th is a festive day in many countries.

25 de dezembro é um dia festivo em muitos países.

3. Marked by merriment, celebration, or enjoyment

They wore festive clothing and decorations.

Eles usavam roupas e decorações festivas.

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General Brazilian

festivo

Standard usage for festive or holiday-related contexts

Rio de Janeiro

festivo

Commonly used in carnival and celebration contexts

São Paulo

festivo

Standard usage in business and formal contexts for holidays

Portugal

festivo

Used for official holidays and festive occasions; 'dia festivo' for public holidays

dia festivo - public holiday; festive day

espírito festivo - festive spirit

roupas festivas - festive clothing

atmosfera festiva - festive atmosphere

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