angra

This is the 5732nd most frequent Portuguese word.


angra

A small bay or cove.


Here, 'Angra' is used as a proper noun referring to a specific location, which is Angra dos Reis.

A cidade turística de Angra dos Reis é famosa por suas praias.

The tourist city of Angra dos Reis is famous for its beaches.


The word 'angra' in this context is used as a common noun meaning 'cove', describing a small sheltered bay.

Encontramos uma pequena angra perfeita para nadar.

We found a small cove perfect for swimming.


In this sentence, 'angra' is used as a common noun, again referring to a geographic feature such as a cove or inlet.

A angra estava rodeada por montanhas verdejantes.

The cove was surrounded by lush green mountains.