rectangle

[ˈrekˌtæŋɡəl]
nounpl: rectangles
retângulo
1. A quadrilateral figure with four right angles and opposite sides of equal length
The rectangle has two pairs of parallel sides.
O retângulo tem dois pares de lados paralelos.
2. Any object or space shaped like a rectangle
The painting was displayed in a wooden rectangle frame.
A pintura foi exibida em um moldura em forma de retângulo.
The term 'rectangle' is fundamental in mathematics education across both Brazilian and American schools. In Brazil, it's commonly taught as 'retângulo' in elementary geometry, and the shape is ubiquitous in architecture and design due to its practical applications in construction and urban planning.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
quadrilateralfour-sided figureoblong
Antonyms / Antônimos
circletriangle

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
retângulo
Standard mathematical and everyday usage
Rio de Janeiro
retângulo
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
retângulo
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
rectângulo
European Portuguese spelling variant; same pronunciation and meaning

Related Words

squaregeometryshapeperimeterarea

Related Idioms & Phrases

rectangle of land
golden rectangle (in design and architecture)
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