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haven

[/ˈheɪvən/]
nounpl: havens
refúgio
1. A place of safety or refuge; a shelter
The library was a haven from the noise outside.
A biblioteca era um refúgio do barulho lá fora.
2. A harbor or port where ships can find shelter
The ships sought haven during the storm.
Os navios procuravam um porto seguro durante a tempestade.
3. A place offering favorable conditions for life or growth
The island became a haven for wildlife.
A ilha se tornou um refúgio para a vida selvagem.
Synonyms
refugesheltersanctuarysafe havenharborretreat
Antonyms
dangerthreatperil

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
refúgio
Most common usage across Brazil
General Brazilian
porto seguro
Used in maritime contexts
Portugal
porto de abrigo
Nautical term used in Portugal
Portugal
refúgio
General meaning equivalent to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

safe haven - um lugar completamente seguro
tax haven - paraíso fiscal
haven of rest - lugar de descanso e paz
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