How to Say ‘A quieter corner’ in Portuguese
Um canto mais calmo
oom kahn-too mysh kahl-moo
[oom kahn-too mysh kahl-moo]
Phrase Breakdown
Um canto
oom kahn-too
Words in this phrase
Um
[oom]
a calmer corner
Refers to a quieter and less busy part of a space, ideal for conversations.
Vamos procurar um canto mais calmo no bar.
Let's look for a calmer corner in the bar.
canto
[kahn-too]
corner
An area characterized by being at the junction of two walls or surfaces.
Encontramos um canto mais calmo para nos sentarmos.
We found a calmer corner to sit down.
Mais calmo
mysh kahl-moo
Words in this phrase
mais
[mysh]
more
Indicates a greater degree or extent.
O local mais calmo é ao lado do jardim.
The calmer place is next to the garden.
calmo
[kahl-moo]
calm
Quiet, peaceful, not disturbed.
Neste lugar mais calmo, ouço melhor.
In this calmer spot, I can hear better.
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