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rua recuada

[ˈʁu.ɐ ʁe.ku.ˈa.dɐ]
nounfemininepl: ruas recuadas
set-back street; recessed street
1. A street that is positioned further back from the main street or principal thoroughfare, often used in urban planning to create secondary access routes or residential areas
The houses on the set-back street are quieter and away from the main traffic.
As casas na rua recuada são mais silenciosas e afastadas do trânsito principal.
2. In architectural and urban contexts, a street whose entrance or alignment is set back from the main alignment of an adjoining street
The development includes a recessed street to reduce congestion.
O empreendimento inclui uma rua recuada para reduzir o congestionamento.
Synonyms
rua secundáriarua de acessorua recuada do alinhamentotravessa
Antonyms
rua principalavenidavia de tráfego intenso

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
rua recuada
Standard term used in urban planning and real estate
São Paulo
rua recuada
Common in real estate listings and urban development projects
Portugal
rua recuada
Less commonly used; Portuguese prefer 'rua secundária' or 'travessa'

Related Idioms & Phrases

morar numa rua recuada
lote com rua recuada
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