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intervalo extenso

[ĩ.tɛɾ.ˈva.lu ɪ̃.ˈtɛn.su]
nounmasculinepl: intervalos extensos
long interval, extended break
1. A prolonged period of time between two events or points; a lengthy pause or gap
There was an extensive interval between the two performances.
Havia um intervalo extenso entre as duas apresentações.
2. In music, a wide separation in pitch between two notes
The melody contains an extended interval of an octave.
A melodia contém um intervalo extenso de uma oitava.
3. A substantial break or rest period, particularly in work or study contexts
We took an extended interval for lunch.
Tivemos um intervalo extenso para almoço.
Synonyms
pausa longaintervalo prolongadopausa estendidaintervalo dilatado
Antonyms
intervalo brevepausa curtaintervalo reduzido

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
intervalo extenso
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
intervalo prolongado
More commonly used in Portugal than 'extenso'
São Paulo
intervalo extenso
Common in formal and professional contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

durante o intervalo extenso
fazer um intervalo extenso
aproveitar o intervalo extenso
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