reta

[ˈʁɛ.tɐ]

noun/adjectivefemininepl: retas

straight line; straight

1. A geometric figure extending infinitely in both directions with no curves

Draw a straight line on the paper.

Desenhe uma reta no papel.

2. The final stretch or home stretch of a race

The runner is entering the final straight.

O atleta está entrando na reta final.

3. Straight; not curved (adjective form)

The road is perfectly straight.

A estrada é perfeitamente reta.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

reta

Standard usage for straight line and final stretch

Portugal

reta

Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese

Sports context

reta final

Commonly used phrase meaning 'home stretch' or 'final stage'

reta final - home stretch, final stage

na reta - on the straight, on the straight and narrow

ir em reta - to go straight ahead

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