pereira

pereira

Pear tree.

Here, 'pereira' is used to refer to a pear tree, which is a type of fruit tree.

A pereira no quintal já deu muitos frutos este ano.

The pear tree in the backyard has already borne many fruits this year.

In this sentence, 'Pereira' is used as a surname, which is common in Portuguese-speaking regions.

A dona Maria, que vive no fim da rua, é da família Pereira.

Mrs. Maria, who lives at the end of the street, belongs to the Pereira family.

Here, 'pereira' refers to something originating from or related to a pear tree, implying tradition or association with pear trees.

Eu prefiro uma sobremesa feita com pera, como algo tradicional de uma pereira.

I prefer a dessert made with pear, like something traditional from a pear tree.