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lowlands

[/ˈloʊlændz/]
nounpl: N/A (already plural)
terras baixas
1. areas of land that are low in elevation, typically flat or gently rolling terrain at or near sea level
The lowlands near the coast are prone to flooding during heavy rains.
As terras baixas perto da costa são propensas a inundações durante chuvas intensas.
2. specifically, the low-lying regions of a country or geographical area, as opposed to highlands or mountains
The Lowlands of Scotland are characterized by fertile soil and gentle slopes.
As terras baixas da Escócia são caracterizadas por solos férteis e encostas suaves.
Synonyms
plainsflatlandslowland areaslow-lying regions
Antonyms
highlandsmountainsuplandselevated regions

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
terras baixas
standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
terras baixas
standard usage
São Paulo
terras baixas
standard usage
Portugal
terras baixas
standard usage; also 'planícies' for plains within lowlands

Related Idioms & Phrases

from the lowlands to the highlands
lowlands and highlands (contrast of geography)
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