Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

banho

Noun
/ˈbɐ̃ɲu/
Definition
A term used in Portuguese that refers to the act of bathing or taking a shower.
Examples
  • Eu vou tomar um banho antes do jantar. (I will take a bath before dinner.)
  • O banho quente é muito relaxante. (A hot bath is very relaxing.)
Meaning
It conveys the idea of cleansing the body, often associated with relaxation and hygiene.
Synonyms
  • chuveiro (shower)
  • banheira (bath tub)
  • limpeza (cleaning)