Estrada Meaning in English
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Definition
A main road, usually a paved route for vehicles, connecting cities or places in rural areas. Often larger than a simple street and used for longer-distance travel.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in Brazilian and European Portuguese. Often refers to rural or intercity roads (not in town centers). In Spanish, 'carretera' is the equivalent, while simple city 'streets' are 'rua' (PT/BR) or 'calle' (ES). In English, 'road' or 'highway', but 'estrada' does not usually mean a major multi-lane highway.
Example Sentences
The estrada goes through the forest.
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They built a new estrada to the village.
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Be careful when crossing the estrada.
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We got lost driving along the dark estrada at night.
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The estrada was closed after the heavy rain damaged it.
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Let's stop at that small café by the estrada for coffee.
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