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marvels

[/ˈmɑːrvəlz/]
noun/verbpl: N/A (already plural as noun; third person singular as verb)
maravilhas
1. Things that are extremely impressive, surprising, or wonderful; wonders
The ancient marvels of the world continue to inspire awe.
As maravilhas antigas do mundo continuam a inspirar admiração.
2. Third person singular present tense: to be filled with wonder or astonishment
She marvels at how quickly technology has advanced.
Ela se maravilha com a rapidez do avanço tecnológico.
3. Extraordinary or remarkable persons or things
The marvels of modern medicine have saved countless lives.
As maravilhas da medicina moderna salvaram inúmeras vidas.
NYC Slang
bangers, fire (describing something amazing)
Synonyms
wondersmiraclesphenomenaprodigiesspectacles
Antonyms
ordinary thingsmundane itemscommonalities

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
maravilhas
Standard usage for wonders or amazing things
São Paulo
maravilhas
Standard usage, may use 'que legal!' when expressing amazement
Rio de Janeiro
maravilhas
Standard usage with emphasis on the spectacular nature
Portugal
maravilhas
Standard usage, may pair with 'que espetáculo!'

Related Idioms & Phrases

work marvels - realizar milagres
a marvel to behold - uma maravilha de se ver
marvel at something - maravilhar-se com algo
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