high ceiling
[/haɪ ˈsiːlɪŋ/]
noun phrasepl: high ceilings
teto alto
1. A ceiling that is positioned at a considerable distance from the floor, creating a sense of spaciousness in a room
The living room has high ceilings that make the space feel more open and airy.
A sala de estar tem tetos altos que fazem o espaço parecer mais aberto e arejado.
2. In business or economics, an upper limit or maximum threshold that can be reached or achieved
The project has a high ceiling for potential growth and expansion.
O projeto tem um teto alto para crescimento e expansão potencial.
3. A maximum limit or cap on something, often used figuratively
There's no high ceiling on what you can achieve if you work hard.
Não há um limite máximo para o que você pode alcançar se trabalhar duro.
In both Brazilian and American real estate markets, high ceilings are considered a desirable feature that increases property value and appeals to buyers seeking luxury and spaciousness. The term is frequently used in real estate listings and architectural discussions. In the US, cathedral ceilings and loft-style apartments with high ceilings became particularly trendy in urban developments. In Brazil, high ceilings are especially valued in colonial architecture and modern high-rise apartments in major cities.
NYC Slang
spacious digs / loft-like vibes
Related Idioms & Phrases
reach for the high ceiling (aspirar a algo elevado)
break through the ceiling (romper o teto / alcançar novos patamares)
no ceiling on dreams (não há limite para os sonhos)
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