Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

prancha

noun
pɾãʃɐ
Definition
A board or plank used for various activities such as surfing, paddleboarding, or as a platform for performing exercises.
Examples
  • He rode the waves skillfully on his prancha during the surf competition.
  • She placed her workout mat on the prancha to perform her exercises.
  • They used a wooden prancha to create a makeshift table for their picnic.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘prancha’ commonly refers to a surfboard or any flat board used in water sports and other activities. It can also refer to sheets of a board used for construction, art, or even a plank in physical training.
Synonyms
  • board
  • plank
  • surfboard
  • platform