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sandy terrain

[/ˈsændi təˈreɪn/]
nounpl: sandy terrains
terreno arenoso
1. Land or ground composed primarily of sand, often found in deserts, beaches, or coastal areas
The sandy terrain made it difficult to drive the vehicle across the desert.
O terreno arenoso dificultou o deslocamento do veículo pelo deserto.
2. A landscape characterized by loose, granular particles of rock and mineral
The sandy terrain near the coast is ideal for beach volleyball.
O terreno arenoso perto da costa é ideal para vôlei de praia.
Synonyms
sandy groundsand dunesdesert terrainsandy soil
Antonyms
rocky terrainclayey terrainfertile soilmuddy ground

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
terreno arenoso
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
terreno de areia
Common alternative phrasing
Northeast Brazil
terra arenenta
Regional dialect variation
Portugal
terreno arenoso
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

built on sand - something unstable or unreliable
sand in your shoes - a desire to return to a place
shifting sands - constantly changing circumstances
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