marina

[mə-REE-nə]
nounfemininepl: marinas
marina
1. A harbor or dock area designed for mooring boats and yachts, typically with facilities for boat maintenance, fuel, and supplies
We docked our sailboat at the marina for the weekend.
Atracamos nosso veleiro na marina para o fim de semana.
2. A waterfront area with restaurants, shops, and recreational facilities
The new marina development includes upscale restaurants and boutiques.
O novo empreendimento da marina inclui restaurantes sofisticados e boutiques.
3. Relating to the sea or ocean; maritime
Marina life includes diverse species of fish and coral.
A vida marinha inclui diversas espécies de peixes e corais.
In Brazil, marinas have become increasingly popular as leisure destinations, particularly in coastal cities like Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. They represent modern waterfront lifestyle and are frequented by yacht owners and tourists. The term is borrowed from English but fully integrated into Portuguese usage.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
harbordockportanchoragemooring

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
marina
Standard term for boat docking facility and waterfront area
Rio de Janeiro
marina
Commonly used for upscale waterfront developments like Marina da Glória
São Paulo
marina
Used for riverside and lagoon mooring facilities
Portugal
marina
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese; also used for 'marine' contexts

Related Words

nauticalmaritimeseaportwaterfrontyachtboat

Related Idioms & Phrases

marinha mercante (merchant marine)
vida marinha (marine life)
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