terreno horizontal

[te-ˈre-nu o-ri-zon-ˈtal]
noun phrasemasculinepl: terrenos horizontais
level ground; flat terrain; level land
1. Land or ground that is flat and even, without significant slopes, hills, or elevation changes
The construction company preferred the horizontal terrain for building the shopping center.
A empresa de construção preferiu o terreno horizontal para construir o centro comercial.
2. A plot of land with a smooth, even surface suitable for development or agriculture
We found a perfect horizontal terrain to establish our farm.
Encontramos um terreno horizontal perfeito para estabelecer nossa fazenda.
In Brazil, land development and real estate discussions frequently reference terrain type, as much of the country has varied topography. Horizontal terrain is highly valued for construction, agriculture, and urban planning. The term is particularly important in regions like São Paulo and Paraná where flat land commands premium prices.
NYC Slang
flat land; level ground; no hills
Synonyms / Sinônimos
terreno planoterreno niveladoterreno chatosuperfície horizontalterra plana
Antonyms / Antônimos
terreno montanhosoterreno acidentadoterreno inclinadoterreno irregularterreno escarpado

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
terreno horizontal
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
terreno horizontal / terreno plano
Both terms commonly used in real estate and construction contexts
Rio de Janeiro
terreno horizontal
Standard usage; important for construction in the metropolitan area
Portugal
terreno horizontal / terreno plano
Similar usage; may also hear 'terreno chato' in casual speech

Related Words

topografiadecliveelevaçãorelevoinclinaçãoplatô

Related Idioms & Phrases

em terreno horizontal
terreno horizontal é ouro para construtores
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