No. 1,585 in Portuguese
rodovias
"Rodovias" means "highways" in English.
In a sentence
As rodovias no Brasil conectam cidades importantes.
The highways in Brazil connect important cities.
Here 'rodovias' refers to the network of highways or roads connecting cities.
As condições das rodovias melhoraram após projetos governamentais.
The condition of the highways improved after government projects.
In this context, 'rodovias' are the roads whose quality and maintenance are being discussed.
Dirigir pelas rodovias pode ser mais rápido do que pelas ruas urbanas.
Driving on highways can be faster than on urban streets.
Here 'rodovias' are specifically contrasted with urban streets, emphasizing their function for quicker transit.
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