Part of speech:
Noun
Phonetic transcription:
[mɐ̃.ˈzɐ̃w]
Meanings and Usage:
"Mansão" in Portuguese refers to a large, luxurious house or mansion. It is used to describe grand residences, often associated with wealth and luxury. This word is more commonly used in written contexts or formal speech. It is not as frequently used in everyday oral communication.
Examples:
1. Comprei uma mansão antiga no campo.
Translation: I bought an old mansion in the countryside.
2. A mansão da família era magnífica.
Translation: The family mansion was magnificent.
Idiomatic Expressions:
"Mansão" is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions in Portuguese.
Etymology:
The word "mansão" comes from the Latin "mansio", which means dwelling or residence.
Synonyms:
- Palacete (mansion)
- Casa grande (big house)
- Residência luxuosa (luxurious residence)
Antonyms:
- Choupana (hut/shack)
- Pequena casa (small house)