grade, grelha, veneziana
1. A framework of metal bars or wires used to enclose, protect, or decorate an opening
The security guard stood behind the grille at the bank counter.
O segurança ficou em pé atrás da grade no balcão do banco.
2. The front metal grid or grate of a motor vehicle, typically forming part of the radiator cover
The car's grille was damaged in the accident.
A grade do carro foi danificada no acidente.
3. A cooking device with parallel metal bars for grilling food
We cooked steaks on the outdoor grille.
Cozinhamos bifes na grelha externa.
4. A window covering consisting of horizontal and vertical strips or bars (also called a grille window or grating)
The old mansion had ornate grilles on its windows.
A mansão antiga tinha venezianas ornamentadas em suas janelas.
In Brazil, 'grille' (or more commonly 'grade') is frequently used when discussing car parts, home security features, and window treatments in older colonial architecture. The word 'grelha' is preferred for barbecue contexts, which is central to Brazilian social culture (churrasco). In the US, grilles are iconic design elements of vehicles and are important to car enthusiasts and automotive design.
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