No. 2,437 in Portuguese
baiana
A woman from Bahia, Brazil.
In a sentence
A baiana prepara um delicioso acarajé.
The baiana prepares a delicious acarajé.
Here, 'baiana' refers to a woman from Bahia, Brazil, emphasizing regional cultural identity.
Ela comprou uma saia baiana para usar no carnaval.
She bought a baiana skirt to wear during carnival.
In this case, 'baiana' describes a type of skirt associated with Bahian tradition and culture.
O grupo musical trouxe um estilo baiano para sua nova canção.
The musical group brought a Baiano style to their new song.
'Baiano' here describes a style originating from Bahia, showcasing cultural influence in music.
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