Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

saraiva

Noun
/sah-RAH-ee-vah/
Definition
Saraiva is a term that commonly refers to a type of sudden and heavy rain, particularly in Brazil.
Examples
  • The saraiva caught us by surprise during our hike in the mountains.
  • After the saraiva, the streets were flooded and the visibility was low.
Meaning
It can also imply a downpour of any nature, often associated with storms.
Synonyms
  • downpour
  • deluge
  • rainstorm
  • cloudburst