top deck

[/tɑp dɛk/]
nounpl: top decks
convés superior; andar superior
1. The uppermost level or floor of a ship, bus, or double-decker vehicle
The passengers enjoyed the view from the top deck of the cruise ship.
Os passageiros apreciavam a vista do convés superior do navio de cruzeiro.
2. The upper level of a double-decker bus
She always takes a seat on the top deck when riding the London bus.
Ela sempre pega um assento no andar superior quando anda de ônibus em Londres.
3. In card games, to deal or take a card from the top of the deck
The dealer drew a card from the top deck.
O distribuidor sacou uma carta do topo do baralho.
The term is particularly associated with British double-decker buses and cruise ships. In Brazil, it's more commonly used in nautical contexts or when describing tourist attractions like city tour buses. The term has become iconic in British culture, where top deck seating on buses is often sought for sightseeing.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
upper decktop levelupper levelupper floor
Antonyms / Antônimos
bottom decklower deckground level

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
convés superior; andar superior do ônibus
Commonly used when referring to buses and ships
Rio de Janeiro
andar de cima
More informal colloquial usage
São Paulo
convés superior
More formal, used in nautical contexts
Portugal
convés superior; andar superior
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese; 'bridge deck' sometimes used in nautical terminology

Related Words

deckdouble-deckervesselshipbuscard deck

Related Idioms & Phrases

on top deck - in the upper level or position
all hands on top deck - everyone should come to the upper level
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