ave

ave

"Bird."

Here, 'ave' is used in the phrase 'ave de rapina', which refers specifically to birds of prey, clarifying the type of bird through the phrase.

A ave de rapina observava cuidadosamente sua presa.

The bird of prey was carefully observing its prey.

In this case, 'Ave' is used as an exclamation and greeting, showing a historical and cultural usage of the word outside its common meaning related to birds.

'Ave, César!' era uma saudação na Roma Antiga.

'Hail, Caesar!' was a greeting in Ancient Rome.

In this sentence, 'ave' is used to denote a bird in general terms, applied in the context of nature and referring to a creature that can fly.

A ave voava sobre o rio ao pôr do sol.

The bird was flying over the river at sunset.