Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paragem
noun
/pah-rah-zhem/
Definition
A stop or halt, particularly in the context of transport.
Examples
- She waited at the paragem for the bus to arrive.
- The train stopped at the paragem for five minutes.
- After a long walk, the paragem provided a much-needed rest.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘paragem’ refers to the point at which a vehicle comes to a stop to allow passengers to get on or off. It is often used in public transport contexts.
Synonyms
- stop
- halt
- station
- terminus