spring tide
[/sprɪŋ taɪd/]
nounpl: spring tides
maré de sizígia
1. A tide with the greatest difference between high and low water, occurring at new moon and full moon when the sun, moon, and earth are aligned
During spring tide, the ocean reaches its highest and lowest points of the month.
Durante a maré de sizígia, o oceano atinge seus pontos mais altos e mais baixos do mês.
2. The phenomenon of exceptionally large tidal range caused by the combined gravitational pull of the sun and moon
Spring tides create stronger currents that can affect navigation and coastal activities.
As marés de sizígia criam correntes mais fortes que podem afetar a navegação e atividades costeiras.
Spring tides are significant in both Brazilian and American coastal communities, affecting fishing, shipping, and beach activities. In Portugal, 'maré viva' is the traditional maritime term. The phenomenon is particularly important to sailors, fishermen, and coastal residents who plan their activities around tidal cycles.
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