sofa

[ˈsoʊfə (English) / ˈsɔfɐ (Portuguese)]
nounmasculinepl: sofas
sofá
1. A long, cushioned seat with a back and armrests, typically for seating two or more people
We sat on the sofa watching television.
Sentamos no sofá assistindo televisão.
2. A piece of upholstered furniture for lounging or sleeping
The guest slept on the sofa in the living room.
O convidado dormiu no sofá da sala de estar.
The sofa (sofá) is a central piece of furniture in both American and Brazilian homes, often the focal point of living rooms where families gather. In Brazilian culture, the living room (sala de estar) with a sofa is traditionally an important space for socializing with guests and family. The term 'sofá' has been adopted from English and is universally understood in Portuguese-speaking countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
couchsetteedivanchaise loungeloveseat
Antonyms / Antônimos
chairstool

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sofá
Most common term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
sofá
Standard usage, sometimes informally called 'canapé' in formal contexts
São Paulo
sofá
Standard usage, preferred in modern urban contexts
Portugal
sofá
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; 'canapé' also used for smaller versions

Related Words

cushionarmrestupholsteryfurnitureliving roomcouch potato

Related Idioms & Phrases

couch potato - pessoa sedentária (sofá potato em português coloquial)
crash on the sofa - dormir no sofá
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