No. 2,822 in Portuguese
alcântara
"Alcântara" is a word of Arabic origin meaning "bridge" or "arch."
In a sentence
A cidade de Alcântara no Maranhão é repleta de história.
The city of Alcântara in Maranhão is full of history.
In this sentence, 'Alcântara' is used as a proper noun, referring to a historical city in Brazil.
Ela admirava a elegância da alcântara dos seus móveis no escritório.
She admired the elegance of the alcantara of her furniture in the office.
Here, 'alcântara' refers to a type of fabric material often used for upholstery, showcasing its broader meaning in material context.
O carro esportivo foi revestido com alcântara no interior, dando um toque sofisticado.
The sports car was lined with alcantara inside, giving it a sophisticated touch.
In this context, 'alcântara' denotes a luxurious suede-like material often used in automotive interiors.
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