Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sul

noun
suhl
Definition
The Portuguese word ‘sul’ translates to ‘south’ in English, indicating a cardinal direction.
Examples
  • O Brasil está localizado ao sul do equador. (Brazil is located south of the equator.)
  • Ele se mudou para o sul para escapar do frio. (He moved to the south to escape the cold.)
Meaning
It signifies the direction opposite of north, usually associated with geographic and meteorological contexts.
Synonyms
  • Meridional
  • Setentrional (in contrast)
  • Baixo