uncovered window

[/ʌnˈkʌvərd ˈwɪndoʊ/]
nounpl: uncovered windows
janela descoberta
1. A window without curtains, blinds, shades, or any other covering material
The uncovered window allowed sunlight to flood the entire living room.
A janela descoberta permitiu que a luz solar inundasse toda a sala de estar.
2. A window that has been exposed or revealed, having had its covering removed
After removing the old boards, an uncovered window was discovered in the basement.
Depois de remover as velhas tábuas, uma janela descoberta foi descoberta no porão.
3. A window left open to the elements without protection
The uncovered window let in cold air during the winter night.
A janela descoberta deixava entrar ar frio durante a noite de inverno.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, uncovered windows are often associated with minimalist design aesthetics, privacy concerns, or practical considerations about natural light. In residential areas, leaving windows uncovered can be a style choice reflecting modern interior design, though privacy considerations may vary culturally between urban and rural settings.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
bare windowexposed windowunshaded windowopen window
Antonyms / Antônimos
covered windowcurtained windowshaded windowdraped window

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
janela descoberta
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
janela sem cortina
More casual, emphasizing absence of curtains
São Paulo
janela exposta
Modern, technical usage in urban contexts
Portugal
janela descoberta
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; alternatively 'janela sem cortinado'

Related Words

curtainblindshadedrapewindowpaneglazingtransparency

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep your window uncovered for fresh air
an uncovered window is an open invitation
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