seixo
1. a small stone, typically smooth and rounded, especially one found on a beach or riverbed
The children collected pebbles along the shore.
As crianças coletavam seixos ao longo da praia.
2. a small rock used for decorative or functional purposes
The garden path was covered with colorful pebbles.
O caminho do jardim era coberto com seixos coloridos.
3. a stone used in games or as a playing piece
We used pebbles to play hopscotch.
Usamos seixos para jogar amarelinha.
In Brazil, pebbles are commonly found on beaches and are often used decoratively in gardens and landscaping. Children frequently collect them at the beach as a recreational activity. The word 'seixo' is the standard Brazilian Portuguese term and is widely understood across all regions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
a pebble in someone's shoe - something that causes minor annoyance
leave no stone unturned - search thoroughly (uses similar concept)
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