Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

champanha

Noun

/ʃɑːmˈpæn.jə/

Definition

Champanha refers to a type of sparkling wine, primarily made in Brazil, often resembling champagne but typically produced using different grape varieties and methods.

Examples

At the celebration, we toasted with a bottle of champanha.
Champanha is a favorite choice during festive occasions in Brazil.
She prefers champanha over other sparkling wines for its fruity flavor.

Meaning

The term ‘champanha’ is commonly used in Portugal and Brazil to describe sparkling wines. Despite its similarity to the word ‘champagne’, champanha does not come from the Champagne region of France and may have a distinct taste and character.