Forma esférica
Sphere shape
Language note: The 'é' in 'esférica' is pronounced like 'eh', with an open 'e'.
Culture note: Spherical shapes are often used in Portuguese olives, a staple in Portuguese cuisine.
Context: The teacher shows a 3D model of a perfectly round ball.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Forma
[FOR-ma]
Shape
An external form or appearance characteristic of someone or something; the outline of an area or figure.
A forma esférica é típica de planetas.
The spherical shape is typical of planets.
esférica
[i-SFEH-ree-ca]
Spherical
Having the shape of a sphere; round.
A forma esférica é típica de planetas.
The spherical shape is typical of planets.
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