Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pantano

noun
/ˈpæn.tən.oʊ/
Definition
A low-lying area that is wet or marshy, often characterized by a rich diversity of plant and animal life.
Examples
  • Durante a chuva intensa, o pantano ficou ainda mais alagado.
  • Os pássaros migratória fazem paradas nos pantanos para descansar.
Meaning
In English, ‘pantano’ translates to ‘swamp’ or ‘marsh’, indicating a type of ecosystem that is frequently flooded and saturated with water.
Synonyms
  • pântano
  • charca
  • lodaçal