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southeastern

[/ˌsaʊθˈiːstərn/]
adjective
sudeste
1. Located in, directed toward, or coming from the southeast
The southeastern region of the country is known for its beaches.
A região sudeste do país é conhecida por suas praias.
2. Of or relating to the southeast or its inhabitants
Southeastern cuisine features fresh seafood and local produce.
A culinária do sudeste apresenta frutos do mar frescos e produtos locais.
Synonyms
southeastsoutheasterly
Antonyms
northwesternnortheasternsouthwestern

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sudeste
Most common usage referring to the Southeast Region of Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
sudeste
Standard usage in the region
São Paulo
sudeste
Standard usage in the region
Portugal
sudeste
Less commonly used; Portugal more frequently uses compass direction terms

Related Idioms & Phrases

Southeastern United States - the Southeast (Estados Unidos do Sudeste/o Sudeste dos EUA)
Southeastern Asian countries (países do Sudeste Asiático)
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