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turquoise

[/ˈtɜːrkwɔɪz/ or /ˈtɜːrkwoɪz/]
noun; adjectivefemininepl: turquoises
turquesa
1. A blue-green gemstone or mineral, hydrated copper aluminum phosphate
She wore a turquoise ring on her finger.
Ela usava um anel de turquesa no dedo.
2. A color between blue and green
The sea had a beautiful turquoise hue.
O mar tinha um lindo tom turquesa.
3. Adjective: of a blue-green color
The turquoise waters of the Caribbean are stunning.
As águas turquesas do Caribe são impressionantes.
Synonyms
aquamarinecyanblue-green

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
turquesa
Most common usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
turquesa
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
turquesa
Standard usage
Portugal
turquesa
Identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

turquoise waters (águas turquesas) - clear, tropical-looking waters
turquoise jewelry (joias de turquesa) - decorative accessories made with turquoise stones
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