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ilha
[ˈi.ʎə]
noun
feminine
pl: ilhas
island
1.
A piece of land surrounded by water
The Caribbean islands are popular tourist destinations.
As ilhas do Caribe são destinos turísticos populares.
2.
In urban contexts, a block or section of buildings surrounded by streets
The buildings on that island block form a residential area.
Os edifícios daquela ilha formam uma área residencial.
3.
A counter or workspace in a kitchen
She prepared the meal on the kitchen island.
Ela preparou a refeição na ilha da cozinha.
Synonyms
ilhéu
arquipélago
Antonyms
continente
terra firme
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
ilha
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
ilha
Standard usage; also refers to Azores and Madeira islands
Related Idioms & Phrases
uma ilha de calma (an island of calm)
sentir-se numa ilha deserta (to feel isolated/stranded)
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