Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ribeira
Noun
hee-beh-RAH
Definition
A term referring to a riverbank or streambank in Portuguese, used to denote the area adjacent to a river or stream.
Examples
- As crianças brincavam na ribeira do rio.
- O artista pintou uma bela paisagem da ribeira ao amanhecer.
Meaning
Specifically indicates the land beside a water body, often characterized by lush vegetation and wildlife.
Synonyms
- Margem
- Beira do rio
- Riacho