Portugal Meaning in English

word

US

/ˈpɔɹtʃəɡəɫ/

POR-chuh-guhl

UK

/ˈpɔː.tʃə.ɡəl/

PAW-chuh-guhl

Definition

A country located in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula, known for its rich history, culture, and beautiful coastline.

Usage & Nuances

Always capitalized as a proper noun. Used for the country, not for the language (which is 'Portuguese'). Appears in expressions like 'from Portugal' or 'Portuguese from Portugal' (to distinguish from Brazilian Portuguese).

• Spanish: Portugal
• Portuguese (BR): Portugal
• Portuguese (PT): Portugal
• Chinese (Simplified): 葡萄牙
• Chinese (Traditional): 葡萄牙
• Hindi: पुर्तगाल
• Arabic: البرتغال
• Bengali: পর্তুগাল
• Russian: Португалия
• Japanese: ポルトガル
• Vietnamese: Bồ Đào Nha
• Korean: 포르투갈
• Turkish: Portekiz
• Urdu: پرتگال
• Indonesian: Portugal

Example Sentences

Portugal is famous for its beautiful beaches.

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Lisbon is the capital of Portugal.

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My friend is from Portugal.

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We're planning a summer trip to Portugal this year.

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Have you ever tried the wine from Portugal?

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Many people visit Portugal for its amazing food and culture.

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