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sphere

[/sfɪr/]
nounfemininepl: spheres
esfera
1. A round solid geometric shape, or the surface of such a shape
The Earth is a sphere.
A Terra é uma esfera.
2. A particular area of activity, interest, or influence; domain or field
Politics is outside my sphere of influence.
Política está fora da minha esfera de influência.
3. A celestial body, especially a star or planet
The spheres of the solar system orbit the sun.
As esferas do sistema solar orbitam o sol.
Synonyms
ballglobeorbrealmdomainfield
Antonyms
cubeplane

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
esfera
Standard usage for both geometric and figurative meanings
São Paulo
esfera
Common in academic and professional contexts
Portugal
esfera
Standard usage, also used in formal and technical contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

sphere of influence
in the sphere of
celestial sphere
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