Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

borboleta

noun
/bɔr.boˈle.tɐ/
Definition
A borboleta is a colorful insect known for its beautiful wings.
Examples
  • The borboleta landed gently on the flower.
  • During the summer, we saw many borboletas in the garden.
  • The artist painted a stunning picture of a borboleta in flight.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘borboleta’ refers to a butterfly, which is a type of flying insect that undergoes metamorphosis from caterpillar to adult.
Synonyms
  • butterfly
  • flutterer