Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
plateia
Noun
plah-TAY-ah
Definition
A public square or plaza, often found in towns and cities, serving as a social gathering place.
Examples
- After the concert, the crowd gathered in the plateia to celebrate.
- The town’s plateia was beautifully decorated for the festival.
- Children played in the plateia while parents enjoyed the local market.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘plateia’ refers to an open space in urban areas where people can meet, hold events, or just relax.
Synonyms
- plaza
- square
- forum