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lagoa
"Lagoa" means "lagoon" or "pond" in English.
In a sentence
A lagoa está rodeada de árvores altas.
The lagoon is surrounded by tall trees.
In this sentence, 'lagoa' refers to a natural water body, typically smaller than a lake, emphasizing geographical knowledge and nature vocabulary.
A criança brincou na margem da lagoa.
The child played on the shore of the lagoon.
Here, 'lagoa' is used to describe the setting for an activity, helping learners understand spatial references in relation to natural features.
Durante a caminhada, avistamos uma lagoa cristalina.
During the hike, we spotted a crystal-clear lagoon.
The term 'lagoa' is employed to highlight descriptive qualities of a natural object, teaching learners about adjectives and their use in describing scenes.
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