No. 2,338 in Portuguese
moura
"Moura" refers to a mythical Moorish woman in Portuguese folklore, often associated with enchantment, beauty, and guarding treasures.
In a sentence
A lenda da moura encantada é uma história tradicional.
The legend of the enchanted moura is a traditional story.
In this sentence, 'moura' refers to a mythical figure often depicted as an enchanted woman in Portuguese folklore.
A moura da casa decidiu pintar a parede de branco.
The brunette lady of the house decided to paint the wall white.
Here, 'moura' is used metaphorically to refer to a dark-haired woman.
A cabra moura é conhecida por sua pelagem escura.
The black goat is known for its dark fur.
'Moura' in this context describes the dark coloration of the goat, as the word can denote 'dark' or 'blackish' in reference to color.
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