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lightly-traveled road

[ˈlaɪtli ˈtrævəld roʊd]
nounpl: lightly-traveled roads
estrada pouco movimentada
1. A road or highway that experiences minimal traffic and is not frequently used by vehicles
We took the lightly-traveled road through the countryside to avoid the highway traffic.
Pegamos a estrada pouco movimentada através do interior para evitar o trânsito da rodovia.
2. A secondary or rural route with low vehicle density
The lightly-traveled road offered a peaceful drive with scenic views.
A estrada pouco movimentada oferecia uma viagem tranquila com vistas cênicas.
Synonyms
low-traffic roadquiet roadrural roadsecondary roadcountry road
Antonyms
heavily-traveled roadbusy highwaycongested roadmajor thoroughfare

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estrada pouco movimentada
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
estrada tranquila
Emphasis on peaceful, calm nature of the road
São Paulo
via de pouco tráfego
More technical usage in urban/metropolitan context
Portugal
estrada com pouco trânsito
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

the road less traveled
off the beaten path
take the scenic route
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