How to Say ‘A corner’ in Portuguese
Um canto
oom kahn-too
[oom kahn-too]
🇵🇹 In Portugal: Seeking a quieter spot is common in busy Portuguese bars to continue conversations.
Phrase Breakdown
Um
[oom]
a corner
A place where two sides meet at an angle, often referring to a distant or secluded area.
Eles sentaram-se num canto do bar.
They sat in a corner of the bar.
canto
[kahn-too]
corner
The point where two lines or surfaces meet.
Procurei um canto para relaxar.
I looked for a corner to relax.
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