large region

[lɑrdʒ ˈridʒən]
noun phrasepl: large regions
grande região
1. An extensive area of land or territory with defined or undefined boundaries
The Amazon is a large region covering multiple countries.
A Amazônia é uma grande região que abrange vários países.
2. A significant geographical area characterized by common features such as climate, culture, or economy
The Northeast is a large region known for its agricultural production.
O Nordeste é uma grande região conhecida pela sua produção agrícola.
In Brazil, the term 'grande região' is officially used to designate the five major regions: Norte, Nordeste, Centro-Oeste, Sudeste, and Sul. Understanding regional divisions is important in Brazilian geography, economics, and cultural discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
vast areaextensive territorybroad expansewide zone
Antonyms / Antônimos
small areatiny regionlimited territoryconfined space

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
grande região
Most common and standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
grande região
Standard usage, no regional variation
São Paulo
grande região
Standard usage, no regional variation
Portugal
vasta região / grande área
European Portuguese may prefer 'vasta região' in some contexts

Related Words

territoryareazonedistrictprovincelocality

Related Idioms & Phrases

across the region
throughout the region
from region to region
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