Forma quadrada
Square shape
Language note: The word 'quadrado' is related to the number 'quatro', which means 'four'.
Culture note: Squares are a common shape used in traditional Portuguese bread, known as 'broa'.
Context: Next, the teacher moves to another part of the board and draws four equal straight lines that form a closed shape.
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 quadrada é usada para caixas.
The square shape is used for boxes.
quadrada
[kwa-DRA-da]
Square
A plane figure with four equal straight sides and four right angles.
A forma quadrada é usada para caixas.
The square shape is used for boxes.
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