This is the 12666th most frequent Portuguese word.
transversais
"Transversais" in English means "transverse" or "crosswise," referring to something that crosses or is situated across.
In this sentence, 'transversais' is used as an adjective describing roads that cross or connect areas.
As estradas transversais conectam diferentes bairros da cidade.
The transversal roads connect different neighborhoods of the city.
Here, 'transversais' describes cuts that are made across in a crossing manner.
Os cortes transversais na madeira revelaram a textura interna.
The transversal cuts in the wood revealed the internal texture.
In this context, 'transversais' describes influences that interact or intersect between cultural areas.