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quiet area

[/ˈkwaɪ.ət ˈer.i.ə/]
nounpl: quiet areas
área silenciosa
1. A place or zone where noise levels are low and tranquility is maintained, often designated for relaxation or concentration
The library has a quiet area for students who need to focus on their studies.
A biblioteca tem uma área silenciosa para estudantes que precisam se concentrar nos seus estudos.
2. A residential or public zone where loud noises are restricted or discouraged
This is a quiet area, so please keep the music down after 10 PM.
Esta é uma área silenciosa, então por favor mantenha a música baixa depois das 22h.
Synonyms
peaceful placetranquil zonesilent areanoise-free zone
Antonyms
noisy areabusy arealoud zonebustling place

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
área silenciosa / zona tranquila
commonly used in urban planning and residential contexts
São Paulo
área silenciosa / zona de silêncio
frequently used in apartment buildings and regulations
Rio de Janeiro
área tranquila / zona de paz
often used for residential neighborhoods
Portugal
zona silenciosa / área de silêncio
common in Portuguese building codes and regulations

Related Idioms & Phrases

peace and quiet
a place to find peace
a haven of silence
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