cais, molhe, píer
1. A structure that projects into water, typically built to protect a harbor or to direct a current
The fishing boats were docked at the jetty.
Os barcos de pesca estavam atracados no cais.
2. A pier or wharf used for loading and unloading cargo or passengers
We walked along the jetty to watch the sunset.
Caminhamos ao longo do píer para ver o pôr do sol.
3. A breakwater or barrier built to control water flow or protect a shoreline from erosion
The city built a new jetty to prevent beach erosion.
A cidade construiu um novo molhe para prevenir a erosão da praia.
Jetties are important infrastructure in both Brazilian and American coastal communities. In Brazil, cais are vital to ports in cities like Salvador, Recife, and Rio de Janeiro. In the USA, jetties are common features along the coasts and the Great Lakes, often serving recreational and commercial purposes. They are popular spots for fishing, walking, and observing maritime activity.
NYC Slang
pier (common usage in NYC waterfront contexts)
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