stationary paper
[/stəˈʃɛneri ˈpeɪpər/]
nounpl: stationary papers
papel de carta
1. High-quality writing paper, typically used for formal correspondence and official letters, often printed with a letterhead or decorative design
She wrote the invitation on elegant stationary paper with her family crest embossed at the top.
Ela escreveu o convite em um papel de carta elegante com o brasão da família gravado no topo.
2. A set of matching letterhead, envelopes, and sometimes notecards sold together for personal or business correspondence
The executive ordered a new set of stationary paper for the office with the company logo.
O executivo encomendou um novo conjunto de papel de carta para o escritório com o logotipo da empresa.
In Brazil, papel de carta is traditionally used for formal business correspondence and personal letters of importance. High-quality stationary paper with printed letterheads is considered a sign of professionalism and formality in business settings. In the USA, personalized stationery paper has historically been associated with upper-class correspondence and formal occasions, though its use has declined with digital communication.
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